§ Mr. Fauldsasked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection when she expects to complete her inquiries regarding the buyer's commission at Messrs. Christie's and Sotheby's auction sales; and whether she will make a statement.
§ Mrs. Shirley WilliamsThe Price Commission is inquiring into how the buyer's commission stands under the Price Code. The matter raises complex legal questions which have not yet been resolved. I have asked the Chairman of 761W the Price Commission to let my hon. Friend know the outcome.