HC Deb 11 March 1998 vol 308 c234W
Mr. Hoyle

To ask the President of the Board of Trade if she will assess the benefits of outlawing takeovers of United Kingdom utilities by overseas companies. [33973]

Mr. Nigel Griffiths

Where an acquisition falls to be considered under the merger provisions of the Fair Trading Act 1973, my right hon. Friend the President of the Board of Trade will consider each case on its merits.

Back to