HC Deb 09 November 1970 vol 806 c13W
Mr. Dormand

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what steps have been taken since June, 1970, in view of the high incidence of unemployment in the Easington constituency, to attract new jobs to Peterlee new town.

Mr. Anthony Grant

The Department has continued to draw the attention of suitable firms to the possibility of setting up in Peterlee. The Government's proposals set out in last month's White Paper on Investment Incentives are designed to encourage expansion and new employment in the development areas.