§ Mr. Strangasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what his policy is with regard to International Computers Limited remaining an indigenous British firm.
§ Mr. ChatawayAs I told the House on 3rd July, the Government's view is that any possible association with an overseas firm should provide for the maintenance of a substantial computer research and development, manufacturing and marketing capability, controlled in this country. I have nothing to add to that.—[Vol. 840, c. 34–40.]
§ Mr. Strangasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if the Government will increase its shareholding in International Computers Limited.
§ Mr. ChatawayThe support for ICL which I announced on 3rd July does not involve any increase in the Government's shareholding. As to ICL's longer-term needs, on which I am in touch with the company, I cannot anticipate what form any support might take.—[Vol. 840, c. 34–40.]