Single European Market

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Trade and Industry – in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 5 Mehefin 1991.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Dr Lewis Moonie Dr Lewis Moonie , Kirkcaldy 12:00, 5 Mehefin 1991

Given the critical importance of British Steel to British manufacturing industry's competitive position, why are the Government steadfastedly refusing to allow the House to debate the issue? Does the Minister accept that the Government hold a special share in British Steel and guarantees from that company? Given that Ravenscraig is profitable and that there were other potential bidders for that part of British Steel, will the Minister call in that company and ask the Office of Fair Trading to investigate the position?