§ Mr. Andrew F. Bennettasked the Secretary of State for Industry if he will make a statement on the discussions which are being held between International Computers Limited and two American computer companies; what is their purpose; and whether he will ensure that ICL does not come under the control of any foreign-based company.
§ Sir Keith JosephAs my hon. Friend said in the House on 6 April in the debate on the affirmative resolution, ICL regularly examines ways of co-operating with other companies. Any such discussions would be a private matter between the parties concerned.
§ Mr. Marlowasked the Secretary of State for Industry what is the value of grants, write-offs and guarantees given by the Government to private industry as a proportion to the grants, write-offs and guarantees given to public industries together with International Computers Limited since 3 May 1979.
§ Mr. Kenneth BakerI shall reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.