HC Deb 20 February 1978 vol 944 c471W
Mr. Woof

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what plans he has to encourage industrial investment to develop new industrial undertakings in the North-East.

Mr. Cryer

Industrialists investing in the North-East can qualify for a wide range of regional assistance to industry. In addition, the National Enterprise Board recently established a Regional Board for the North. The Board will encourage the expansion of locally based companies which can make a worthwhile contribution to the future prosperity of the region.