Written question asked by Maria Fyfe (Labour) on Tuesday, 13 July 1999, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 27 July 1999. It was answered by Lord Reid of Cardowan (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 July 1999 on behalf of the Scottish Office.

Scottish Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, What discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on increasing job prospects in areas of high unemployment. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mrs. Fyfe: To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what discussions he has had with the Chancellor of the Exchequer on increasing job prospects in areas of high unemployment. [91610] Dr. Reid: I have been involved recently in a number of discussions with my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer and other colleagues about the review of the Assisted Areas Map and the Objective 2 Map. In redrawing the AA Map the Government have been concerned to strike the right balance between areas of greatest need and areas offering the greatest potential for development. Given that coverage for the United Kingdom on both Maps had to be reduced, this has involved some difficult decisions. However I am satisfied that the outcome is a fair result for Scotland.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 91610; 336 c211W
Session: 1998-99
Question not reached: Yes
Subjects: Job creation Scotland Regional planning and development Unemployment