§ Mr. LeightonTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what is the London Docklands development corporation target for new jobs for residents in(a) the urban development area, and (b) the London borough of Newham, Tower Hamlets and Southwark in 1989.
§ Mr. TrippierLDDC has set itself the target of bringing unemployment down to a minimum and at a faster rate than London and national trends. These and other employment aims are set out in an LDDC occasional paper, published on 10 February, which has been sent to the hon. Member. LDDC has not set targets for particular areas, but under its memorandum of agreement with the London borough of Newham it will help ensure that 25 per cent. of jobs in the Royal docks area will be taken by Newham residents.
§ Mr. LeightonTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what mechanism has been established to ensure that the memorandum of agreement between the London Docklands development corporation and the London borough of Newham is implemented.
§ Mr. TrippierThe memorandum represents a commitment by the LDDC and the London borough of Newham to work together to secure the benefits of regeneration for the area. Progress is reviewed by regular meetings at both officer and member level.
§ Mr. LeightonTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment what percentage of London Docklands development corporation expenditure was spent in 1988; and what are the forecasts for future years on(a) community needs of the residential population and (b) transport infrastructure.
§ Mr. TrippierApproximately half of LDDC's expenditure in 1988–89 will relate to transport projects. Firm forecasts are not available for future years. All of LDDC's expenditure on regeneration should benefit the local communities, directly or indirectly.