HC Deb 17 January 1977 vol 924 cc42-3W
27. Mr. William Hamilton

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the present policy of Her Majesty's Government on the future of British Petroleum.

Mr. Joel Barnett

As a major shareholder in BP the Government are concerned that BP should continue to be a successful multi-national oil company.

Mr. Canavan

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer when he next expects to meet the Government's representatives on the Board of British Petroleum.

Mr. Joel Barnett

My right hon. Friend meets the Government's representatives on BP whenever there is anything to discuss.