HC Deb 16 April 1973 vol 855 c2W
26. Mr. Moate

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if there will be separate United Kingdom representation at the GATT talks in the autumn.

Sir G. Howe

Yes. But the Commission will speak for the Community as a whole.

Mr. Deakins

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if the adherence by the United Kingdom to trade agreements existing between the EEC and third countries before 1st January 1973 will involve any breach of United Kingdom obligations under GATT.

Sir G. Howe

No. The agreements to which we shall adhere have been examined in GATT or will be and are subject to further review there.

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