HC Deb 24 July 1985 vol 83 c565W
Mr. Michael Forsyth

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland how much financial assistance the Highlands and Islands development board has provided from public funds in support of newspapers; and if he will list the newspapers and the amounts involved in each case.

Mr. John MacKay

[pursuant to his reply, 12 July 1985, c. 554]: Since its establishment the board has approved assistance totalling £223,222 grant and £304,950 loan to 10 newspapers published in various parts of the board's area.