HC Deb 09 November 1973 vol 863 cc285-6W
Mr. Bishop

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether it is a requirement of the Director General of Fair Trading that, in considering monopoly or merger references, he shall in- quire what consultations have taken place with representatives of the trade unions involved with regard to the possible effect on the employment, career opportunities, conditions and pensions entitlement of their members.

Sir G. Howe

There is no formal requirement for such inquiry, but the director can be expected to take all relevant factors into account in his investigations.