HC Deb 02 August 1971 vol 822 c219W
71 and 72. Sir G. de Freitas

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry (1) for what reason in 1970 an industrial development certificate was refused to the German car components firm, Ed Scharwaechter AG, which would have provided 500 jobs in Corby, Northamptonshire;

(2) whether he will grant an industrial development certificate for the German car components firm, Ed Scharwaechter AG, which will provide 500 jobs in Corby, Northamptonshire.

Mr. Anthony Grant

I am reluctant to discuss matters concerning a named Company by way of Parliamentary Question and Answer. I will, however, write to the right hon. Gentleman.