Written question asked by Hilary Benn (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 2 April 2001. It was answered by Kim Howells (Labour) on Monday, 2 April 2001 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, if he will refer the decision by Daimler Chrysler UK to serve termination notices to all Mercedes-Benz dealers in the UK to the Director-General of Fair Trading.

Answer: Mr. Hilary Benn: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will refer the decision by Daimler Chrysler UK to serve termination notices to all Mercedes-Benz dealers in the UK to the Director-General of Fair Trading. [156406] Dr. Howells: Change to the sales structure for Mercedes-Benz vehicles is a commercial decision for Daimler Chrysler UK. The European Block Exemption on vehicle distribution outlines the procedures which suppliers must follow when terminating dealerships. Under UK competition legislation, it is for the Director General of Fair Trading to decide whether any matter merits investigation.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 156406; 366 c1-2W
Session: 2000-01
Subjects: Cars Manufacturing industries Retail trade Mercedes-Benz Automobile
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