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Mr. Geraint Howells
asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what proposals he has to stimulate improvements in industrial research and development.
Mr. Butcher
The Government's policies to create and maintain a business climate that encourages and rewards enterprise will stimulate improvements in industrial research and development and will help to encourage industry to develop and exploit new technology.In addition, my Department offers a range of assistance under the Industrial Development Act 1982 and the Science and Technology Act 1965 to help suitable projects.