HC Deb 07 February 1979 vol 962 c195W
Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Secretary of State for Industry if he accepts the specialised organics sector working party's recommendation on the need to set up a market information service; and what action he intends to take.

Mr. Les Huckfield

I am advised that further work on the details and costs of the scheme is being undertaken by the sector working party. When this has been completed and a formal request for Government assistance has been received, it will be considered carefully.

Mrs. Renée Short

asked the Secretary of State for Industry if he accepts the specialised organics sector working party's recommendation that export missions be sent to South Korea, Taiwan and Comecon countries; and what action he intends to take in this regard.

Mr. Les Huckfield

Yes. My Department's representative on the SWP, in association with the Department of Trade, is prepared to advise and assist wherever possible.