§ Mr. Richard Wainwrightasked the Secretary of State for Industry what is the estimated additional cost to industry in (a) West Yorkshire and (b) Greater Manchester of the 20p increase in duty on petrol and derv; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. MacGregorThe information requested is not available. The increases in duty on petrol and derv announced by my right hon. and learned Friend in the Budget must be seen in the context of the other measures which were introduced to help industry, including the beneficial effect on industrial activity from lower interest rates.