HC Deb 10 May 1982 vol 23 c173W
17. Mr. Knox

asked the Minister for Trade what proportion of British exports went to European Economic Community countries in the most recent 12 months for which figures are available; and how this figure compares with that for 1972.

Mr. Peter Rees

In the 12 months to February 1981, 43 per cent. of United Kingdom exports went to the countries of the European Community compared with 31 per cent. to the same countries in 1972.