§ 1985. Mr. Simon Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will give the total sums, at 1979 prices, devoted to regional policy in (a) 1979 and (b)
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonComprehensive figures are available for financial years only. The figures for Great Britain for 1979–80 and 1985–86 at 1979–80 prices are £519 million and £355.5 million respectively.
§ 53. Mr. Roy Hughesasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what progress is being made in his review of regional policy; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonI refer the hon. Member to my recent reply to the hon. Member for the Isle of Wight (Mr. Ross).