HC Deb 16 July 1986 vol 101 cc533-4W
35. Mr. Baldry

the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what he hopes to achieve during the United Kingdom's presidency of the European Community on matters for which he is responsible.

Mr. Channon

We will aim to achieve faster progress towards completing the internal market, a successful launch of the new GATT round, better relations with the United States and Japan, and agreement on a new research and development framework programme for 1987 to 1991.

42. Mr. Peter Bruinvels

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if he will detail his objectives during the United Kingdom's presidency of the European Economic Community in matters for which he is responsible.

Mr. Channon

We will aim to achieve faster progress towards completing the internal market, a successful launch of the new GATT round, better relations with the United States and Japan, and agreement on a new research and development framework programme for 1987 to 1991.