HC Deb 07 February 1972 vol 830 c256W
Mr. Edwin Wainwright

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what is the amount, in tons, of imported steel for each of the past ten years and the comparative figures for exports of steel.

Mr. Ridley

Following is the information:

Great Britain will be able to import steel from any country.

Mr. Ridley

I am writing to the hon. Member about the first part of the Question because the information is not readily available in the form requested. After accession the United Kingdom will remain free to import steel from any country.