HC Deb 07 July 1975 vol 895 cc7-8W
28. Sir J. Langford-Holt

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what progress has been made towards the acquisition of a headquarters building for the National Enterprise Board; and, in view of the sav- ings which would result, whether he will make it his policy to see that it is sited out of London.

Mr. Gregor Mackenzie

Offices have already been leased for the board in Grosvenor Gardens, London, S.W.I.

Mr. Edge

asked the Secretary of State for Industry how many areas of profitable industry he expects the National Enterprise Board to extend public ownership into in its first year of operation.

Mr. Kaufman

This is a matter that my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State will be discussing with the NEB Organising Committee before the board comes into operation.