§ Mr. PikeTo ask the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster what representations he has received on the EEC Commission investigation into the imports of footwear from the far east; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Alan ClarkI have received several letters from hon. Members on this issue and also correspondence from members of the footwear industry. The results of the Commission's investigation are expected in the spring. We shall need to see the Commission's findings and recommendations before deciding our own position.