HC Deb 29 January 1986 vol 90 cc544-5W
15. Mr. Allen Adams

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland to what extent, in formulating regional aid and development policies for Scotland, he takes account of regional variations in fuel and transport costs; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Allan Stewart

The statutory requirements for the designation of the assisted areas are in section 1(3) of the Industrial Development Act 1982. In establishing the current structure of assisted areas in 1984 those requirements were followed.