HC Deb 19 March 1999 vol 327 cc876-7W
Mr. Redwood

To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what discussions he has had within the EU on the subject of grant aid to BMW at Longbridge; and what responses he has received. [76256]

Mr. Byers

In line with the practice of successive Administrations, should an aid package be forthcoming, it will be notified to the Commission and clearance sought in accordance with the Community framework for State aid to the motor vehicle industry.