§ Mr. Campbell-Savoursasked the Secretary of State for Trade what progress has been made in the discussions with the United States of America authorities about the damage caused to the United Kingdom synthetic fibre and textile industry by competition from American products which enjoy price advantages as a result of the underpricing of feedstock products and energy.
§ Mr. ParkinsonA meeting between the Commission and the new American Administration is planned for the second week of February. A preliminary report will be made to the Council of Foreign Ministers on 16–17 February. The Government welcome the removal of price controls on oil announced by President Reagan on 28 January. This is a significant move in the right direction.