HC Deb 10 November 1989 vol 159 c800W
Mr. Campbell-Savours

To ask the Prime Minister whether she is satisfied that no involvement of Iraqi business men in chemical-defence and communication industries in the United Kingdom exists which compromises national interests.

The Prime Minister

We use all information and legal powers available to us to control illegal or improper procurement activities in this country. The export of chemical, nuclear and defence and other sensitive goods is subject to strict export licensing regimes. In addition, supplies of British defence equipment to Iraq and Iran continue to be governed by the guidelines introduced in 1985.

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