HC Deb 03 June 1980 vol 985 c657W
Mr. Austin Mitchell

asked the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food what representations he has made to the EEC Commission and the French Government about the legality of (a) the first subsidy for French fishing vessels and (b) the finance provided for market support.

Mr. Buchanan-Smith

It is for the Commission to assess whether national aids are in conformity with the provisions of the Treaty of Rome.