§ Mr. WilkinsonTo ask the President of the Board of Trade what part her Department will play in the Strategic Defence Review, with particular reference to representing the interests of manufacturing industry. [5630]
§ Mr. Battle[holding answer 1 July 1997]: Several departments and other interested bodies will be involved in the Government's Strategic Defence Review. My Department will participate fully in aspects where the competitiveness of UK industry, and its contribution to the wider economy, arc being considered.