§ Q11. Dr. David Owenasked the Prime Minister if, following his Chequers meeting to discuss the European Economic Community, he will make a statement on the extent to which it is his policy that Great Britain should solve her balance of payments problems before seeking entry.
§ The Prime MinisterHer Majesty's Government recognise that Britain would need to enter the European Economic Community with a healthy economy and balance of payments. The measures I announced in July show our determination to build a position of strength.
Mr. Alan Lee Williamsasked the Prime Minister if he will give an assurance that in future negotiations with the Common Market countries over the terms of a possible British entry he will not allow the question of creating a European or separate Anglo-French deterrent system to be introduced into the negotiations as a part of a package deal.
§ The Prime MinisterThe basis of any negotiations would be economic and no question of military commitments would arise.