§ 50. Mr. Johnasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what assistance his office has given to negotiations by British firms in connection with the manufacture of enriched plutonium in Formosa; what has been the outcome of the negotiations; and if he will list the British firms concerned.
§ Sir G. HoweNone, Sir, nor has any application for assistance been made to my Department on the lines indicated by the hon. Member. In the case of nuclear trade my Department ensures that any export licence is in full accord with our international obligations.