§ Mr. Rookerasked the Minister of Trade if he will refer to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission the bid by Burton Group for the John Collier and Richard Shops part of the United Drapery Stores.
§ Dr. VaughanIf arrangements are made which appear to my right hon. and noble Friend to qualify for a merger investigation under the Fair Trading Act 1973, he will announce his decision on a reference as soon as practicable.