HC Deb 14 May 1986 vol 97 cc476-7W
49. Mr. Iain Mills

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what representations he will make to support London's bid to house the Community Trade Marks Office.

Mr. Pattie

The Government stepped up their efforts to secure the Community office for London on 29 April by publishing a brochure describing London's advantages and explaining the sites available. I, other Ministers and officials and United Kingdom interests, will be active in support of our bid. In particular, we shall be speaking to the European Commission, to our opposite numbers in other Governments, to Members of the European Parliament and to foreign correspondents. It is the Government's intention that the case for London should get the widest possible publicity and support.

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