§ 22. Mr. Nelsonasked the Secretary of State for Industry, further to his reply of 30th November 1976 to the hon. Member for Surrey, North-West (Mr. Grylls), 320W how many British companies have made informal representations to his Department since November 1976 seeking to enter into negotiations in order to conclude planning agreements.
Mr. Alan WilliamsWe have had informal inquiries since November 1976 although, as I said in reply to the hon. Member for Surrey, North-West (Mr. Grylls) on 30th November 1976, it is the Government who normally take the initiative.