Written question asked by Bob Clay (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Friday, 28 July 1989. It was answered by Viscount Hailsham (Conservative) on Friday, 28 July 1989 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

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Untitled Written question

Question

Further to 156 c1151, whether it was DTI or British Shipbuilders who informed the bidders for NESL of anticipated difficulties with European Commission; & whether this advice was provided in writing. - (Holding answer 27 July 1989). Advice was given orally by my officials.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

157 c1083W

Session

1988-89

Subjects

Takeovers Shipbuilding European Commission North East Shipbuilders