§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Trade what discussions he has had with the Portuguese Government over the export of doors from Portugal to the United Kingdom, in view of the effect upon British industry.
§ Mr. ParkinsonImports of cheap wooden doors from Portugal have increased rapidly over the last two years. My officials are currently making inquiries to discover whether Portuguese exporters receive assistance or subsidies which would justify taking up this matter with the Portuguese authorities.
§ Mr. McNamaraasked the Secretary of State for Trade what discussions he has had with representatives of British door manufacturers against alleged discrimination on the French CTB tests of doors exported to France.
§ Mrs. Sally OppenheimDiscussions took place with representatives of British door manufacturers on 21 October 1980 about the alleged discrimination on the French CTB tests of doors exported to France. The problem is being followed up with the French authorities under procedures recently agreed in the European Communities to deal with bilateral problems.