HC Deb 13 July 1988 vol 137 cc272-3W
75. Mr. Anthony Coombs

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what discussions he has held with representatives of the Confederation of British Industry concerning the co-ordination of inner-city policy; and if he will make a statement.

82. Mr. Bevan

To ask the Chancellor to the Duchy of Lancaster what discussions he has held with representatives of the Confederation of British Industry concerning the co-ordination of inner-city policy; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Kenneth Clarke

I met representatives of the CBI on 6 May to discuss proposals for a special CBI initiative to encourage inner-city regeneration and business leadership. I very much welcome this initiative, which was launched in Newscastle on 14 June.