HC Deb 08 July 1987 vol 119 cc175-6W
32. Mr. Adley

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what new proposals he intends to institute in order to encourage private sector investment in the inner cities; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

The Government are continuing to develop the measures outlined before the election, including my Department's inner cities initiative, for targeting assistance more effectively on the problems of the inner city. I shall ensure that my Department's programmes take proper account of the need to encourage private sector investment in the inner city.