§ Mr. Bruce-Gardyneasked the Secretary of State for Industry what will be the effect of his statement on regional policy on public expenditure in each of the years 1979–80, 1980–81 and 1981–82, respectively.
§ Mr. David MitchellSavings on public expenditure forecasts for the years 1979–80, 1980–81 and 1981–82 contained in the previous Government's expenditure plans—Cmnd. 7439—following the policy changes announced on 17 July are expected to be £59 million, £138 million and £184 million respectively.