HC Deb 16 February 1981 vol 999 cc46-7W
Mr. Donald Stewart

asked the Secretary of State for Industry what action he has taken with the Peugeot, Citroen Company to ensure that it meets its commitment to maintain a manufacturing base in the United Kingdom.

Mr. Michael Marshall

As my hon. Friend the Undersecretary of State for Scotland explained to the House on 11 February, the Government expressed the strong hope that the company would maintain its manufacturing operations in the United Kingdom as envisaged in the declaration of intent signed with the company in 1978. It was urged to consider in particular the range of Government assistance available for new investment projects in assisted areas. The company has assured us that these points were taken fully into account in reaching the decisions which it announced on 11 February.