§ Mr. Alex CarlileTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry when he expects the takeover panel to conclude its inquiries into possible breaches of the takeover code in relation to the takeover of House of Fraser; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Redwood[holding answer 6 November 1991]: This is a matter for the takeover panel. I am not responsible for the manner or duration of any inquiry which it carries out as the competent authority for takeover regulation.