HC Deb 31 October 1983 vol 47 c257W
31. Mr. Terlezki

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will modify the criteria for applications for free port status, particularly those relating to existing trade, the level of capital investment and the review period, in order to facilitate applications from assisted areas where new trade can be generated rather than locations with a high level of existing trade.

Mr. Hayhoe

No. The existing criteria do not discriminate against any area which can demonstrate a potential for growth.