§ Mr. Iain Millsasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what information he has about the trend in the use of the United Kingdom as a base for the production of counterfeit goods; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. PattieThe production in the United Kingdom of counterfeit goods is a covert activity on which there is no firm information. I have received representations alleging that such production is increasing and am considering these representations carefully.
§ Mr. Iain Millsasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will introduce legislation to increase the penalties for offences of industrial counterfeiting; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ButcherI shall reply to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.