HC Deb 22 March 1982 vol 20 cc241-2W
33. Mr. Charles R. Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Industry if he will review the decision to withdraw assisted area status from the city of Manchester and Oldham.

Mr. MacGregor

In response to representations from the Greater Manchester Association of Metropolitan Authorities and others, my hon. Friend the Minister of State has reviewed the decision but he has not found sufficient evidence to justify reversing it.