HC Deb 04 December 1984 vol 69 c127W
Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the Prime Minister if, in her next communications with the heads of the European Economic Community countries, she will indicate Her Majesty's Government's intention to withhold payment to the European Economic Community pending an inquiry into the purchasing policies of the Commission; and if she will make a statement.

The Prime Minister

No. The British contribution to the European Community is fixed by treaty obligations.