HC Deb 22 May 1980 vol 985 cc310-1W
Mr. Ernie Ross

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland whether, in view of Dundee's low share of North-Sea oil-related industry, he will take steps to attract such industry to the city.

Mr. Alexander Fletcher

The Government are fully aware of the need for further industrial growth in Dundee and will continue in their efforts to attract industry to the area and to strengthen the industrial base. The area continues to have special development area status with all the benefits and incentives that entails. The Government will ensure that companies, considering setting up in the city, whether in oil-related business or other activities, are made fully aware of the assistance available and are given every encouragement.