HC Deb 11 May 2000 vol 349 cc467-8W
Mr. Field

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what Government department is responsible for assessing the tendering of contracts within each European member country to ensure that each Government complies with EU law. [121620]

Mr. Andrew Smith

It is the European Commission which monitors the tendering of public contracts in the European Union. Where appropriate, the Commission enforces compliance through proceedings against the member state in the European Court of Justice. Finns harmed by a breach of EC law can also seek remedies under national review systems which member states are required to establish. The Department of Trade and Industry's "Action Single Market" can assist UK firms who meet problems in other member states.

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