HC Deb 21 July 1977 vol 935 c691W
Mr. Wigley

asked the Secretary of State for Industry if he will publish a list showing the differentials that exist in regional selective financial assistance

Form of Assistance Special development Area Development Area
(a) Manufacturing Industry
Maximum rent free period for Government advance factory. 5 years 2 years
Maximum interest free period for loans or period of interest relief grants. 3 years 2 years

Form of Assistance Special Development Area Development Area
(b)Service Industry
Job creation grant £1,500 £1,000
Maximum rent relief grant period for Offices 7 years 5 years

The maximum public sector contribution to a project in the form of a loan or interest relief grant can be higher in a special development area reflecting the different needs of the two classes of areas.

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