HC Deb 12 July 1988 vol 137 c103W
Mr. Colvin

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will make a statement on the progress of the Monopolies and Mergers Commission's investigation into competition in the licensed trade.

Mr. Maude

The Secretary of State announced today that he had granted the Commission an extension of up to six months for this investigation, until 3 February 1989.