HC Deb 16 February 1972 vol 831 cc107-8W
91. Mr. Tilney

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment what action he is taking to encourage the use of vacant office space on Merseyside by Government Departments, nationalised industry, or private enterprise.

Mr. Graham Page

The Government are reviewing headquarters work at present done in London. When it has been decided what work can be moved out of London, the suitability of Merseyside and other locations in the assisted areas will be given the most careful consideration. Assistance is available under the Local Employment Acts for private employers in the service industries in certain circumstances.