§ Miss Maynardasked the Secretary of State for Industry if he plans to release 412W the London boroughs from the statutory restraints that prevent their advertising for and promoting new industry.
§ Mr. John SilkinI have been asked to reply.
I have received representations from the Greater London Council seeking a relaxation of the present statutory restrictions which uniquely prevent the council, and the London boroughs, from advertising the commercial or industrial advantages of Greater London. I am considering these representations, together with conflicting views expressed on behalf of other parts of the country.