Distribution of Industry (Sunderland)

Oral Answers to Questions — National Finance – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 7th May 1959.

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Photo of Mr Frederick Willey Mr Frederick Willey , Sunderland North 12:00 am, 7th May 1959

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what financial assistance under the Distribution of Industry (Industrial Finance) Act, 1958, has been made available to alleviate unemployment in Sunderland.

Photo of Mr Frederick Willey Mr Frederick Willey , Sunderland North

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that unemployment in Sunderland has, unfortunately, risen again? In view of this, will he see that his Department pays particular attention to our difficulties?

Photo of Mr Frederick Erroll Mr Frederick Erroll , Altrincham and Sale

D.A.T.A.C. will, of course, be very glad to examine any applications submitted to it.