Mr John Paton
Former MP for Norwich North
Former MP for Norwich North
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asked the Secretary of State for Industry, Trade and Regional Development if, in view of the abnormal volume of unemployment in Norwich and Norfolk, he will take steps to provide more jobs in the area.
Is the Minister aware that this is another of those areas where there are quite special difficulties with regard to employment Is he aware that when men and women become unemployed in Norfolk and round Norwich it is almost impossible to find any other kind of suitable job at all? Will he consider getting new industries into the area to provide a variety of jobs, and will he use his powers to...
May I ask the Minister whether he will accept that this condemnation, although a little belated, is none the less welcome? I hope that this condemnation by the Government will stiffen the backs of some of these boneless wonders who seem to be running some of the greatest commercial institutions in the country. As the Arabs are not likely to cease these activities, will the Minister consider...
Former MP for Norwich North
Entered the House of Commons on 5 July 1945 — General election
Left the House of Commons on 25 September 1964 — General election
Also represented Norwich
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