HC Deb 17 January 1977 vol 924 cc58-9W
Mr. Hicks

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what effect the withdrawal of regional employment premium is expected to have on the financial position and employment opportunities for companies located within the South-West Assisted Area.

Mr. Cryer

The effects of the withdrawal of REP will be offset by the additional resources being allocated to selective financial assistance to industry and by the extension of temporary employment subsidy and the job creation schemes. Projects in the South-West Assisted Area will be eligible to benefit from these measures.