HC Deb 08 June 1988 vol 134 cc619-20W
Mr. John D. Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many persons are presently employed in manufacturing industries; and how many of these are employed by employers from the United States of America.

Mr. Viggers

At December 1987 (the latest date for which figures are available) there were 101,810 employees in employment in manufacturing in Northern Ireland. At present United States-owned companies account for 10,136 employees in manufacturing industries.

Mr. John D. Taylor

To ask the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland how many persons are presently in full

Department of the Environment (Northern Ireland), as planning authority, has taken action to secure the erection of the fence. However, the developer has indicated that he wishes to apply for planning permission for the removal of the fencing condition.