HC Deb 24 March 1976 vol 908 cc173-4W
27. Mr. Thompson

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has for reducing unemployment in Dumfries and Galloway.

Mr. Millan

The hon. Member will be aware of the various measures taken by the Government to alleviate unemployment, including those announced by my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer on 12th February, which will be of benefit to Dumfries and Galloway Region as well as to the rest of the country.