§ Mr. Peter Robinsonasked the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland what was the total amount of financial aid given by the Government to Short Brothers in 1980–81, 1981–82 and 1982–83; and what is planned for 1983–84.
§ Mr. Adam ButlerIn the financial years ending 31 March 1981, 1982 and 1983, Short Brothers Limited received £9.8 million, £16.3 million and £9 million respectively. These amounts represent Government assistance from all sources in Northern Ireland and include assistance provided under schemes operated by my right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Industry.
Special assistance 1 May 1979 to 31 March 1980 1980–81 1981.82 1982.83 £ million (cash) £ million (cash) £ million (cash) £ million (cash) Interest free loans (funding losses, capital expenditure etc.) 13.325 37.565 40.562 40.245 Intervention fund grants 4.410 3.912 5.438 7.031 Selective training grants — — — .324 Standard Assistance Capital Grants (on machinery and buildings) 2.279 6.020 5.463 5.921 Shipbuilding Relief Cost Escalation Insurance (gross) *Regional employment Premium refunds Security Staff Grants Shipbuilding Redundancy Payments Scheme 2.251 1.430 1.283 3.549 Total 22.265 48.927 52.746 57.070 * Includes payments made during April 1979.