§ Mr. FlynnTo ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what benefits to the United Kingdom economy have accrued from his recent visit to the Soviet Union.
§ Mr. MaplesDuring my right hon. Friend's visit he had discussions with a wide range of contacts in the public and private sector. My right hon. Friend received several requests for assistance. A number of these projects are being organised through the know-how fund for the Soviet Union, and will be of direct benefit to United Kingdom businesses. These contacts should also open up opportunities for United Kingdom companies in the Soviet Union in the years to come. More generally, my right hon. Friend's visit served to strengthen contacts between the United Kingdom and the Soviet Union.