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Written question asked by David Howarth (Liberal Democrat) on Thursday, 23 March 2006, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 28 March 2006. It was answered by Ivan Lewis (Labour) on Tuesday, 28 March 2006 on behalf of the Treasury.


Economic Protectionism

Question
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what response he made to the proposal from the Italian Finance Minister that he support a statement condemning economic nationalism and protectionism.
Answer

The Government are committed to openness in trade and investment. We strongly believe that further steps are needed to drive up competition in the EU single market, as set out in the Budget. The UK will continue to advocate reforms that deliver these policy outcomes and will continue to raise these issues with the Commission and member states.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
62078; 444 c972W;444 c972W
Session
2005-06
Subjects
EU countries Protectionism
Link
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