HC Deb 21 June 1979 vol 968 cc637-8W
Mr. James Hamilton

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what is the number of firms in the Bothwell constituency which have received regional development grants since 1974, by year, the total amounts involved, and the number of jobs involved.

Mr. David Mitchell

The information is not available in the form requested and could not be provided without disproportionate cost. The payment of regional development grant is intended to assist the modernisation and regeneration of industry but is not directly related to the creation of employment. I am writing further to the hon. Member.

Mr. Dormand

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what is the number of firms in the Easington constituency which have received regional development grants since 1974, by year, the total amounts involved and the number of jobs involved.

Mr. David Mitchell

The information is not available in the form requested and could not be provided without disproportionate cost. The payment of regional development grant is intended to assist the modernisation and regeneration of industry and is not directly related to the creation of employment. I am writing further to the hon. Member.