Written question asked by Norman Baker (Liberal Democrat) on Monday, 31 January 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 3 February 2000. It was answered by Kim Howells (Labour) on Thursday, 3 February 2000 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 proposal merger of United Newspapers and Carlton to the Competition Commission.

Answer: Mr. Baker: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will refer the proposed merger of United Newspapers and Carlton to the Competition Commission. [108182] Dr. Howells: My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State will decide whether or not to refer this case to the Competition Commission in the light of advice he has received from the Director General of Fair Trading. He will announce his decision as soon as is practicable.

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