HC Deb 17 November 1986 vol 105 cc70-1W
Mr. Terlezki

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what information he has as to how many Japanese companies are now established and operating in the United Kingdom; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Giles Shaw

Separate statistics are not available, but it is estimated that there are about 450 Japanese companies established and operating in the United Kingdom. These include financial institutions and sales, trading and manufacturing companies.