HC Deb 20 June 1961 vol 642 c116W
71. Mr. Woodburn

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that British firms are seeking to establish subsidiaries or other alliances inside the boundaries of the Common Market countries; and to what extent this is likely to endanger future prospects of employment in Great Britain.

Mr. N. Macpherson

My right hon. Friend is aware that British firms are investing in Common Market countries through the establishment of subsidiaries and otherwise. My right hon. Friend does not regard overseas investment by British enterprises in Europe or elsewhere as being a threat to employment in this country.