§ 46. Mr. Steenasked the Secretary of State for Trade if he will make a statement about the Arab trade boycott of Israel as it affects British firms.
§ Mr. MeacherI have nothing to add to the reply given on 14th April 1976 by the Under-Secretary of State responsible for companies, aviation and shipping to a similar question by the hon. Member for Brent, North (Dr. Boyson). I am arranging for a copy of the Department of Trade's note on the subject to be sent to the hon. Member for Liverpool, Wavertree.
183WThe Government's attitude to this and other trade boycotts that lack international support and authority has been stated in the House on a number of occasions, and I would refer the hon. Gentleman to the very full discussion during the Adjournment debate on 23rd June. I would remind the House that my officials remain ready to discuss specific problems with individual firms.