HC Deb 06 February 1986 vol 91 c252W
Mr. Norman Atkinson

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what account he took of the long-term agreement reached between Land Rover and Fiat of Italy for the supply of engines for the Land Rover vehicle when he made his statement to the House on Monday 3 February; and if he will make a further statement in regard to promises given to his Department by General Motors.

Mr. Peter Morrison

I shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Mr. Norman Atkinson

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if the statement he made to the House on Monday 3 February concerning the possible acquisition by General Motors of British Leyland was made without prejudice to any future decision to refer any such takeover to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission.

Mr. Peter Morrison

Yes. My right hon. Friend would decide whether to make such a reference in the light of the Director General of Fair Trading's advice.