HC Deb 12 November 1979 vol 973 cc413-4W
Mr. Allan Roberts

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what proposals exist for a reduction in Government research services to industry and further to reduce the support given by industry in development areas.

Mr. David Mitchell

My right hon. Friend is reviewing a number of functions to assess the scope for cutting Civil Service manpower and will announce the outcome as soon as possible. My right hon. Friend announced his plans for support for industry in the development and other assisted areas on 17 July.

Mr. Allan Roberts

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what cuts he proposes to make in his Department's industrial research establishment.

Mr. David Mitchell

The Department is reviewing a number of functions to assess the scope for cutting Civil Service manpower and will announce the outcome as soon as possible.

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