HC Deb 15 June 1973 vol 857 c417W
Mr. Leadbitter

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what restrictions the EEC places upon the British Steel Corporation or Her Majesty's Government in respect of subsidies or other financial support to keep British steel plants in production.

Mr. Emery

Article 4 of the Treaty of Paris which established the European Coal and Steel Community prohibits subsidies or aids granted by States. This does not, however, apply to regional aids available to industry.

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