HC Deb 19 October 1981 vol 10 cc45-6W
Mr. Golding

asked the Secretary of State for Industry whether he will establish an information technology center in Newcastle-under-Lyme.

Mr. Kenneth Baker:

The response to the Department of Industry-Manpower Services Commission initiative to set up information technology centers has been enthusiastic from local authorities, industry and local groups. It will not be possible to satisfy all potential sponsor towns and cities in the first phase of the initiative and I can make no commitment to Newcastle-under-Lyme. I shall announce locations for the first centers within a few weeks.