§ Mr. Rhodesasked the Minister of Technology what is the policy of the Government with regard to Recommendation No. 573 on European scientific and technological co-operation, which was adopted by the Consultative Assembly of the Council of Europe on 3rd October 1969; and whether they will instruct their Permanent Representative in the Committee of Ministers of the 202W Council of Europe to vote in favour of the proposals contained in paragraph 8 of this recommendation.
§ Mr. BennHer Majesty's Government attach great importance to European scientific and technological co-operation and this recommendation will be carefully considered when is referred to us.