§ 50. Mr. Amessasked the Secretary of State for Employment in what ways local authorities can contribute to his Department's efforts to alleviate unemployment and to create jobs.
§ Mr. Alan ClarkLocal authorities play a significant role in several of this Department's employment and training measures and their contribution to the success of these schemes is appreciated. More generally, by judicious use of their powers local authorities can help to encourage economic activity appropriate to their areas, and thus help to generate employment opportunities.