HC Deb 05 May 1981 vol 4 cc15-6W
Mr. Hooley

asked the Secretary of State for Trade what will be the approximate cost to public funds in 1981 of trade missions to South Africa officially supported by the British Overseas Trade Board.

Mr. Biffen

The estimated cost to public funds of travel grants for British Overseas Trade Board supported trade missions to South Africa in 1981 is approximately £120,000.

Mr. Hooley

asked the Secretary of State for Trade if he will ensure that the British Overseas Trade Board ceases to spend funds on promoting trade with South Africa.

Mr. Biffen

No.