HC Deb 29 June 1972 vol 839 c405W
Mr. Laurance Reed

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry in what respects he disagrees with the proposal of the European Economic Community Commission for a community policy on scientific research and technological development.

Mr. Emery

This proposal has only just been received and is now being closely studied.

Mr. Laurance Reed

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what his policy is towards the European Economic Community Commission's proposal for a European committee on research and development.

Mr. Emery

This proposal has only just been received and is now being closely studied.

Mr. Laurance Reed

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what proposals he has put to the European Economic Community Commission for the future of Euratom in general, and the joint research centre in particular.

Mr. Emery

At this time, informal discussions are taking place between members of the Community and my officials on these matters.