§ Mr. Nicholas BennettTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what assessment he has made of Britain's competitive position in the development of high-definition television.
§ Mr. ButcherUnited Kingdom broadcasting and industrial interests are playing a significant role in a major Eureka collaborative project to develop a high definition television system compatible with the MAC (multiplexed analogue components) transmission standard for direct broadcasting by satellite. United Kingdom participation in this project will help ensure a competitive British position in the development of this important technology.