HC Deb 22 October 1979 vol 972 c17W
Mr. Kaufman

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what financial saving will be made from the ending of regional development grants in intermediate areas.

Mr. David Mitchell

By 1982–83, when savings are expected to be fully effective, it is estimated that the ending of regional development grants for intermediate areas will reduce expenditure by £92 million annually, at 1979 survey prices.