§ Sir Teddy TaylorTo ask the Prime Minister what steps he is taking to inform the public about the implications for them of the Maastricht treaty; and if he will make a statement.
§ The Prime MinisterMemoranda produced by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Her Majesty's 431W Treasury outlining the content of the treaty have been published by Her Majesty's Stationery Office and are publicly available. The Government are considering whether to issue additional information about the treaty and its benefits.
§ Sir Teddy TaylorTo ask the Prime Minister how many letters he has received from the general public supporting a national referendum on the Maastricht treaty.
§ The Prime MinisterI have received approximately 700 representations supporting a national referendum on the Maastricht treaty.