§ Mr. Edwin Wainwrightasked the Secretary of State for Industry what further attention of all suitable inquirers. I am action he is taking to ensure that a firm takes over the advanced factory building at Denaby Main which has not been occupied since it was completed in 1972; and whether, in the light of the higher rate of unemployment in this area, he will now declare that South Yorkshire be scheduled as a development district.
Mr. Alan WilliamsResponsibility for the use of this factory has rested with its owners since it was sold by the Department in September 1974. Nevertheless, the Department continues to ensure that its present availability is brought to the attention of all suitable inquiries. I am not convinced that South Yorkshire should be designated as a development area.