HC Deb 29 January 1987 vol 109 cc381-2W
29. Mr. Hoyle

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what economic measures he proposes to take in order to lessen the gulf between the north and south of the country.

Mr. MacGregor

The Government's economic policies, which have brought inflation down to the lowest levels for 20 years and a sixth successive year of economic growth, provide the best foundation for sustaining this growth in all regions of the country. Unemployment has fallen fastest over the last 12 months in Wales, the north, northwest and west midlands.