HC Deb 10 April 1978 vol 947 c312W
29. Mr. Hardy

asked the Secretary of State for Industry if he has received representations about the need for increased support being provided to stimulate economic development in South Yorkshire.

Mr. Cryer

Yes. South Yorkshire already benefits from substantial Government assistance for industrial development and is currently suffering the effects of the world recession. An improvement in national economic activity would be of the greatest importance to economic development in South Yorkshire.