HC Deb 07 December 1987 vol 124 cc33-4W
Mr. Allason

To ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster whether he will refer the proposed takeover by Granada Television of Electronic Rentals to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission.

Mr. Maude

The proposed ac quisition of Electronic Rentals Group plc by Granada plc is being considered by the Director General of Fair Trading. My right hon. and noble Friend will make his decision whether to refer the proposed acquisition to the Monopolies and Mergers Commission in the light of the Director General's advice.