HC Deb 14 February 1978 vol 944 c178W
Mr. Hoyle

asked the Secretary of State for Trade if he will make a statement on current discussions with the European Economic Community about Japanese car imports into the Common Market.

Mr. Dell

I am holding no discussions at the moment with the European Economic Community about Japanese car imports into the Common Market.

Mr. Hoyle

asked the Secretary of State for Trade if he will have talks with the Japanese Government about Japanese car imports to the United Kingdom with a view to introducing import controls on these cars.

Mr. Dell

Talks with the Japanese Government are already taking place. I saw the Japanese Ambassador last night at his request and our Embassy in Tokyo is having discussions with Japanese officials. The Government will decide their policy in the light of these discussions and other consultations which are taking place.