§ 41. Mr. Moonmanasked the Secretary of State for the Environment what assistance is given to attract small businesses to the new towns.
§ Mr. Guy BarnettApart from that available as a result of the new town being located in an assisted area, no direct Government assistance is given. The new town development corporations however, do provide suitable premises, housing and advice which has led to many hundreds of small firms being established in the new towns. Basildon Development Corporation has made considerable provisions for small businesses; 69510W small "nursery" factories and 25 workshops have been provided and small suites of offices are also available. Small shop units are provided in neighbourhood centres.