§ Sir T. Kitsonasked the Secretary of State for Industry if he will set out the number of companies that have been assisted in Northallerton and Richmond within the development areas.
§ Mr. CryerFrom August 1972 to 28th February 1977 nine offers of selective financial assistance totalling £89, 000 had been made to companies in Northallerton and Richmond under Section 7 of the Industry Act 1972. These are expected to lead to the creation of 335 new jobs in these areas. Six applications amounting to £1,225,000 were under consideration under both Sections 7 and 8 involving a further 173 jobs. Companies in these areas may also claim regional development grant paid under Part 1 of the Industry Act.