HC Deb 01 February 1973 vol 849 cc467-8W
Mr. Deakins

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if United Kingdom aid for shipbuilding complies with the provisions of directive 72/273/ EEC of 20th July 1972.

Mr. Anthony Grant

I consider that the measures of assistance currently available to the United Kingdom shipbuilding industry are consistent with this directive but certain questions of interpretation are being discussed with the Commission.

Sir G. Howe

A temporary relaxation for 12 months has been given to enable firms to arrange for modified packaging where necessary.