Written question asked by Lord Campbell-Savours (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 13 May 1996. It was answered by John M Taylor (Conservative) on Monday, 13 May 1996 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: On how many occasions in the last two years he has received communications from honourable Members relating to the interests of Scottish and Newcastle breweries.

Answer: Mr. Campbell-Savours: To ask the President of the Board of Trade on how many occasions in the last two years he has received communications from hon. Members relating to the interests of Scottish and Newcastle Breweries.[29233] Mr. John M. Taylor: My right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade and ministerial colleagues have answered 23 separate letters or parliamentary questions, all of which relate to the acquisition by Scottish and Newcastle of Courage and the new company formed after the merger, Scottish Courage. In addition, three early-day motions were tabled and an Adjournment debate was held in January 1996.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 29233; 277 c330W;277 c331W
Session: 1995-96
Subjects: Alcoholic drinks Industry Mergers Courage Brewery Scottish and Newcastle