§ Mr. Lathamasked the Secretary of State for Energy whether he will outline the reasons that have led Her Majesty's Government to prevent the sale of United Kingdom oil to Israel; and whether he will now revise this policy.
§ Mr. Buchanan-SmithThe Government have made it clear to companies exporting North Sea crude oil that they expect them to do so in the markets of our European Community or International Energy Agency partners, or where there is an existing pattern of trade. This guidance reflects our collaboration on energy matters with member states of the Community and the agency. There are no proposals to revise this policy.