§ Mr. Woofasked the Secretary of Stats for Trade how many instances of insolvent trading by companies in the North-East development area have been reported to his Department in the last three years to date; how many bankruptcies of firms have similarly been reported; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Clinton DavisRegional statistics are not compiled in view of the considerable difficulties and the disproportionate expense which would be involved.