HC Deb 10 March 1976 vol 907 c277W
43. Mr. William Hamilton

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make an official visit to, and address, the European Parliament within the next six months.

Mr. James Callaghan

I have at present no firm plans to do so.

46. Mr. Cryer

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what new powers he envisages a directly elected European Assembly having over and above the present powers allotted to the Assembly.

Mr. Rowlands

I expect the first direct elections to take place on the basis of the Assembly's existing powers. Decisions on proposals for new powers will be a matter for this and other Parliaments in the Nine.