§ 15. Mr. J. H. Osbornasked the Minister of Power what progress has been made on agreeing steel prices with the European Coal and Steel Community; and what discussions have been held with steel manufacturers from countries outside Europe with a view to stabilising international prices.
§ Mr. FreesonDiscussions are continuing with the High Authority of the European Coal and Steel Community about problems arising from the world surplus of steel-making capacity, but no conclusions have yet been reached. The discussions can be widened later to include other countries if it appears that this would be helpful.
§ Mr. OsbornHow many meetings have been held, and when will there be an outcome?
§ Mr. FreesonI cannot answer the last part of the question. There have been two meetings, one in March and one in May.