§ Mr. Norman Atkinsonasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what account he took of the long-term agreement reached between Land Rover and Fiat of Italy for the supply of engines for the Land Rover vehicle when he made his statement to the House on Monday 3 February; and if he will make a further statement in regard to promises given to his Department by General Motors.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonI shall reply to the hon. Member as soon as possible.
§ Mr. Norman Atkinsonasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if the statement he made to the House on Monday 3 February concerning the possible acquisition by General Motors of British Leyland was made without prejudice to any future decision to refer any such takeover to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission.
§ Mr. Peter MorrisonYes. My right hon. Friend would decide whether to make such a reference in the light of the Director General of Fair Trading's advice.