HC Deb 02 February 1983 vol 36 c139W
29. Mr. Russell Johnston

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what plans he has for the economic regeneration of Lochaber.

Mr. Alexander Fletcher

The Government continue to make strenuous efforts, particularly through the Highlands and Islands Development Board, to create permanent job opportunities in Lochaber. The action being taken to implement the recommendations of the consultants who reported recently on the future of the Scottish forest products industry will I hope benefit Lochaber which is well placed to take advantage of new timber-related developments.