HC Deb 13 November 1972 vol 846 cc19-20W
Mr. Powell

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what are the steps which he proposes to take to ensure that oil stocks in the United Kingdom rise to the level of 90 days to be required by a European Economic Community directive.

Mr. Emery

We are currently discussing with the oil companies how best we can meet our EEC obligations.

Mr. Eadie

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will make a statement on new proposals submitted by the Brussels Commission as part of its plans for a comprehensive Community energy policy in relation to safeguarding Europe's oil supplies.

Mr. Emery

All the proposals submitted by the Commission will be taken into account in formulating the energy policy requested at the Summit Conference. It would be premature to make a statement on the substance of the proposals now.

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