HC Deb 27 October 1971 vol 823 c360W
Sir G. Nabarro

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether representations were made to him prior to the publication of the interim report on Pergamon Press Limited and the final report on International Learning Systems Corporation Limited to the effect that those reports failed to comply with the requirements of natural justice; and what action he took upon such representations.

Mr. Ridley

Yes; representations were made, and they were carefully considered.

Sir G. Nabarro

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry when he expects to receive any further report on the affairs of Pergamon Press Limited.

Mr. Ridley

On present information my right hon. Friend expects to receive a further report on the affairs of Pergamon Press Limited during the course of the next few weeks.