HC Deb 29 April 1987 vol 115 c140W
29. Mr. Clelland

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry when he next intends to meet the National Economic and Development Council to discuss research and development funding.

Mr. Pattie

My right hon. Friend attended the meeting of the National Economic Development Council on 1 April at which industrial innovation, including funding for research and development, was discussed.

I expect that the council will discuss this subject at future meetings in view of its importance for the improvement of industrial competitiveness.