Written question asked by Baroness Tonge (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 12 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 15 March 2001. It was answered by Alan Johnson (Labour) on Thursday, 15 March 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, what discussions he has had with Triumph Motorcycles Ltd concerning the manufacturing of machines smaller than 750cc; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Dr. Tonge: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions he has had with Triumph Motorcycles Ltd. concerning the manufacturing of machines smaller than 750cc; and if he will make a statement. [153780] Mr. Alan Johnson: Neither Ministerial colleagues nor I have had discussions with Triumph Motorcycles Ltd. on the types or variety of machines they produce, although my officials have contact with the company on a number of issues. Any decision on whether the company adds to its existing range would be a commercial matter for them.

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