HC Deb 27 February 1985 vol 74 c186W
18. Mr. Michael Marshall

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what role he envisages for his Department in the introduction of direct broadcasting by satellite in the United Kingdom.

Mr. Pattie

The Department's role in this area is to encourage profitable development, investment and services which will position the British space and electronics industries and programme makers well in future markets.