§ Mr. Kenneth Clarkeasked the Secretary of State for Industry how many of the 350 recommendations for specific action produced by the first round of reports from the NEDO sector working parties have so far been translated into action; and how many have been rejected by Her Majesty's Government.
§ Mr. CryerOver 400 recommendations were made in the reports, although the number of different points raised was less than this because on some subjects several SWPs raised broadly similar points. While many of the recommendations were specific others were couched in general terms or called for further study by the parties concerned. About half of the recommendations were directed at the Government. Of these the Government have implemented about 50 in whole or in part; in a further 50 cases action is in hand or is continuous. Some 40 recommendations are still being considered. In response to a further 20 recommendations explanations have been given of Government policy and in some cases discussions are continuing with the SWPs. Nearly 40 recommendations have been rejected. Nevertheless, some of the recommendations which have been rejected have been met, at least in part, in other ways.