HC Deb 05 March 1973 vol 852 c1W
17. Mr. David Stoddart

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry in what ways is he seeking to influence the pace and direction of the Community's development in the best interests of the United Kingdom.

Mr. Peter Walker

Ministers and officials are actively and continuously engaged in discussions within the European Community. Particular attention is currently being given to following up the proposals for the Community's future development agreed at the summit meeting last October.