§ 22. Mr. SteenTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what deregulation or better regulations his Department plans to help businesses compete more effectively with those of other nations. [71620]
§ Dr. HowellsThe Competitiveness White Paper in December set out 75 commitments to help British business compete more effectively. Specific regulatory measures include
an effective modern competition framework;removal of obstacles that stand in the way of electronic commerce;reform of telecommunications regulation; andseeking the removal of remaining barriers on trade in future international trade negotiations.