§ 6. Mr. Dempseyasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what amount of factory space in Scotland, indicating the number of actual factories involved, is leased or rented to foreign interests; and what steps he is taking to encourage such interests to acquire ownership.
§ Mr. ChatawayThis information is not available. For its own factories the Department follows policies on selling or leasing which make no distinction between firms solely on the grounds of foreign interest.
§ 71. Mr. Gwynoro Jonesasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many new factories have been established and are in operation in Wales since June, 1970.
§ Mr. ChatawayWe know of 79 establishments originating outside Wales or enterprises new to manufacturing which have been established in Wales since June, 1970 and are still in operation.