HC Deb 22 April 1980 vol 983 cc78-9W
23. Mr. McQnarrie

asked the Secretary of State for Employment if he will take steps to assist the creation of new jobs for highly skilled and unskilled workers in mainly rural areas.

Mr. Jim Lester

Employment prospects in all areas, including rural areas depend largely on the success of the Government's economic strategy. In addition, I understand that the work of the Development Commission in England and the development agencies or boards in Scotland and Wales provide special assistance for employment in rural areas.