HC Deb 31 October 1979 vol 972 c548W
Mr. Clegg

asked the Secretary of State for Industry how much money by way of grants has been provided to fish processors in the Humberside development area since that area was so designated.

Mr. David Mitchell

In common with other food processing industries, fish processors in the assisted areas can qualify for regional development grants and regional selective assistance under parts I and II of the Industry Act 1972. Assistance may also be given by the EEC—FEOGA aid—and the White Fish Authority. I regret, however, that the total assistance given to fish processors in Humberside from any of these sources could only be obtained at disproportionate cost.

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