§ Mr. Eadieasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what increase he estimates will occur in coal prices as a result of Great Britain's entry into the Common Market as fuel taxes are harmonised.
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§ Mr. Tom Boardman:Consideration by the Community of proposals to harmonise taxes on fuels is at an early stage. As a member of the Community, the United Kingdom would play a full part in determining any future Community policies that might affect coal prices.