HC Deb 22 July 1974 vol 877 c348W
Mr. Bruce-Gardyne

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what assistance has been provided or pledged by his Department to the West Highland Free Press, on what terms and conditions; and if he will give details of other instances of financial support from public funds for newspaper operations.

Mr. Gregor Mackenzie

No selective assistance under Part H of the Industry Act has been provided or offered to the West Highland Free Press or any other newspaper operation to date. Regional development grants under Part I of the Industry Act are payable in the normal way on certain approved capital expenditure in premises in assisted areas used wholly or mainly for printing and publishing.