§ Mr. David NicholsonTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster how many trade missions went from the United Kingdom to Iran in 1977, 1978, 1984, 1985, 1986 and 1987.
§ Mr. Alan ClarkMy Department provided financial support for six trade missions to Iran in 1977, five in 1978 and three in 1984. There were no dti-supported missions to Iran between 1985–87.
§ Mr. David NicholsonTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what representations have been made to him since 11 June 1987 about United Kingdom trade relations with Iran; and what are the prospects in 1988 of United Kingdom trade with Iran.
§ Mr. Alan ClarkNo representations have been made since I 1 June. United Kingdom exports to Iran are likely to remain constrained by Iran's acute shortage of foreign exchange due to the war and reduced oil revenue.