HC Deb 28 July 1988 vol 138 c377W
Mr. Thurnham

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster if he will make a statement about preparations for competing in Europe in 1992.

Mr. Maude

Over 80 per cent, of British businesses are now aware of the 1992 target date for completing the single European market. This is an excellent base from which to launch the next stage of DTI's "Europe Open for Business" campaign to encourage action in firms throughout the country to prepare for the single market.