§ 23. Mr. Wrigglesworthasked the Secretary of State for Industry if he will introduce measures to increase demand for engineering products in the northern region; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Kenneth BakerI have no plans to introduce measures to benefit specifically the northern region, many parts of which already have assisted area status. The Government's policies are designed to increase the demand for our products by improving the competitiveness of British industry generally.