Written question asked by Earl of Northesk (Conservative), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 10 January 2000. It was answered by Lord Sainsbury of Turville (Labour) on Monday, 10 January 2000.

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Sainsbury of Turville, Lord

Question

Whether German opposition to Vodafone air Touch's bid for Mannesmann exposes deficiencies in the European Union's proposed takeover directive, particularly with respect to European competition policy. [HL 290]

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 290; 608 c91-2WA

Session

1999-00

Subjects

Competition Competition law EU action Germany Takeovers Vodafone Group Mannesmann