HC Deb 10 February 1987 vol 110 c187W
Dr. Godman

asked the Secretary of State for Scotland what was the net loss in manufacturing jobs in the Strathclyde region since June 1979.

Mr. Lang

The estimated net fall in employment in Strathclyde region in manufacturing plants employing more than 10 people between 1979 and 1985 was 124,000. This estimate is taken from the regional data system. No reliable information is available from this source for plants with fewer than 10 employees.