§ Mr. Madelasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether, in view of the importance of competition in the non-fletton brick industry, he will refer the bid by Hanson Trust for London Brick to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission.
§ Mr. Shoreasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether he will refer the bid by Hanson Trust for London Brick to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission.
§ Mr. Alexander Fletcher[pursuant to the reply, 22 December 1983, c. 364]: My right hon. Friend has now decided, in accordance with the Director General's advice, against a reference to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission. His decision is being announced today.