HC Deb 28 June 1979 vol 969 c283W
Q28. Mr. Chapman

asked the Prime Minister if she will seek to ensure that the next elections for the European Assembly are held at a time during the year less likely to coincide with a peak holiday period and the immediate aftermath of a general election, namely September.

Mr. Whitelaw

I have been asked to reply.

No. The timing of these elections was the result of careful consideration of the differing holiday periods and public holidays in the member States of the European Community.

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