HC Deb 07 July 1988 vol 136 c669W
Mr. Nicholas Bennett

To 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. Butcher

United 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.

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