HC Deb 01 May 1972 vol 836 c21W
Mr. Pentland

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry to what extent he expects the measures announced in the White Paper on Industrial and Regional Development will promote new industrial development and expansion in the Chester-le-Street constituency area during the remaining period of 1972.

Mr. Anthony Grant:

It is not practicable to make estimates of the extent to which industry will take advantage of the new incentives in a single area during a relatively short period of time.

Sir A. Meyer

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many inquiries from industrialists contemplating investment in Flintshire have been received since the grant of intermediate area status to the county.

Mr. Anthony Grant:

The Flintshire intermediate area has been suggested to two firms seeking locations in North Wales.