§ Mr. Proctorasked the Minister for Trade whether his Department has yet reached a decision on the report by the Adam Smith institute concerning free ports; what other representations he has received from interested parties since that received from the Institute of Directors; whether there has been any discussion on these matters with (a) trade unions and (b) development corporations; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Sproat:I shall reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.