§ Mr. David Watkinsasked the Secretary of State for Industry what criteria are used in designating special development areas, intermediate areas and development areas.
§ Mr. MacGregorThe criteria used in designating development areas and intermediate areas are laid down in the Local Employment Act 1972, section 1, as amended by the Industry Act 1972, section 13, and those for special development areas in the Industry Act 1972, section 1(4).