HC Deb 19 December 1984 vol 70 c238W
28. Mr. Bright

asked the Secretary of Trade and Industry what measures his Department has introduced to assist small and medium-sized firms in the application of new technologies.

Mr. Trippier

Small and medium sized firms have been eligible to apply for the assistance towards innovative projects that has been available under the Department's support for innovation programme, and many have been helped.

In addition, advisory services and consultancy arrangements set up by the Department have helped small and medium sized firms get access to expert advice about a range of problems.