HC Deb 04 August 1971 vol 822 cc321-2W
58. Mr. John Smith

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he will cause the Scottish Development Department to make a special study of unemployment problems in Lanarkshire.

Mr. Dudey Smith

The Government are already keeping a very close watch on the unemployment situation in Lanarkshire, and my right hon. Friend is aware of the great problems of the area. A special study would be unlikely to add much to our understanding of the situation, or help solve the difficulties.