§ Mr. Deakinsasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what tariffs would apply to canned fish, fruit and vegetables imported into the United Kingdom from third countries in the event of the United Kingdom joining the European Economic Community; and what tariffs at present apply to such products imported from Commonwealth countries.
§ Mr. Anthony GrantThis would depend on the particular product and the third country from which it was imported. In general, the rates applicable—after a transitional period—would be those laid down in the Community's Common Customs Tariff, most of which are at present in the 20–25 per cent. range, with lower or nil duties on imports from certain countries. Canned fish, fruit and vegetables originating in and consigned from countries in the Commonwealth Preference Area are not at present subject to import duty in the United Kingdom.