HC Deb 13 December 1978 vol 960 cc226-7W
Mr. Brocklebank-Fowler

asked the Secretary of State for Trade what assessment he has made of the Third world exports of manufactured goods which, assuming no further import restrictions are imposed by Her Majesty's Government, will gain a competitive advantage over United Kingdom manufacturers in the domestic market during the next five years.

Mr. Meacher:

I will reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Mr. Brocklebank-Fowler

asked the Secretary of State for Trade what is his latest estimate of new unemployment on an industry-by-industry basis over five years which could arise from imports of manufactured goods from Third world countries gaining a competitive advantage with domestic manufacturers assuming that no further import restrictions are imposed by Her Majesty's Government.

Mr. Meacher:

I will reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.

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