Written question asked by Margaret Ewing (Scottish National Party) on Thursday, 6 November 1997, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 20 November 1997. It was answered by Barbara Roche (Labour) on Thursday, 20 November 1997 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.
Dept of Trade and Industry
- Question
- To ask the President of the Board of Trade, what discussions she has held with the Scotch Whisky Association about the impact on the industry of the abolition of EU duty free purchases in 1999. (Failed OPQ).
- Answer
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Mrs. Ewing: To ask the President of the Board of Trade what discussions she has held with the Scotch Whisky Association about the impact on the industry of the abolition of EU duty free purchases in 1999. [15416] Mrs. Roche: The abolition of EU duty free purchases is primarily a matter for the Chancellor. However, DTI officials meet regularly with the Association to discuss a wide range of matters.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 301 c282W; 15416
- Session
- 1997-98
- Question not reached
- Yes
- Subjects
- EU law Duty free allowances Whisky Scotch Whisky Association
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