§ Sir J. Hutchisonasked the Prime Minister whether it is now intended that the United Kingdom should join the European Nuclear Energy Agency which is to be set up under the aegis of the Organisation for European Economic Co-operation; and what provision will be made for our contribution to its expenses.
§ Mr. R. A. ButlerI have been asked to reply.
It is intended that the United Kingdom shall join the European Nuclear Energy Agency, if, as is expected, the Organisation for European Economic Co-operation Council takes a favourable decision on its formation. Parliamentary approval for the funds needed for the United Kingdom contribution will be sought as soon as possible.