HC Deb 15 July 1983 vol 45 c453W
Mr. Proctor

asked the Prime Minister if she will make a statement on the state of trade between the United Kingdom and the Republic of South Africa; and if she will estimate the number of jobs in the United Kingdom which are dependent upon trade with South Africa.

The Prime Minister

South Africa is the United Kingdom's 12th largest export market. Visible exports in 1982 were worth £1,193 million, and imports £746 million. About 150,000 jobs are involved in trade with South Africa.