§ Mr. Adleyasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he is satisfied with the effectiveness of the Government's regional policies; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. TrippierThe revised regional policy, with its emphasis on job creation, is more directly related to194W reducing disparities in employment opportunities and will be more cost-effective than its predecessors. However, it has been in operation for only a few months and full assessment of its effects will not be possible for some time.