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Written question asked by Tony Cunningham (Labour) on Wednesday, 15 December 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 December 2004. It was answered by David Jamieson (Labour) on Tuesday, 21 December 2004 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Dept for Transport

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Transport, what steps he is taking to encourage the development of small ports. (Failed OPQ).
Answer

Tony Cunningham: To ask the Secretary of State for Transport what steps he is taking to encourage the development of small ports. [206107] Mr. Jamieson: The Government recognise that even small ports have the potential to play a significant role in their local and regional economies. Our ports policy provides a basis for all ports to exploit opportunities for development. Government Office and the Regional Development Agencies have a proven track record in working with ports in their regions.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
206107; 428 c1642W;428 c1640W
Session
2004-05
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Ports
Link
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