§ Mr. Brayasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement about grants to the North West Industrial Association.
§ Mr. ChatawayThe North West Industrial Development Association has accepted my offer of a grant of £20,000 for each of the financial years 1972–73 and 1973–74. Pending approval of the Supplementary Estimate published on 15th February, recourse will be made to the Contingencies Fund for any payments which may become necessary.