§ Mr. Blenkinsopasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what reply has now been given to the proposals for attracting industrial development to the north-east of England submitted recently by the North-East Development Council.
§ Mr. Anthony GrantMy right hon. Friend had a full discussion with representatives of the N.E.D.C. on 2nd November and assured them that their views would be taken into account in our review of regional policy.