HC Deb 17 July 1972 vol 841 cc11-2W
50. Mr. Douglas

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on the latest position regarding discussion with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development nations on shipbuilding subsidies.

Mr. Chataway

Discussions are continuing on this problem in the OECD and a report is expected to be submitted to the OECD Council in the near future recommending the adoption of an arrangement for the general reduction of aids to shipbuilding.

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