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35.
Mr. Heffer
asked the Secretary of State for Prices and Consumer Protection what steps he is taking to control prices, and especially the price increases due to membership of the EEC.
Mr. Hattersley
Prices and profits of manufacturers, service firms and distributors are limited by the Price Code and closely monitored by the Price Commission. Increases in CAP support prices are subject to negotiation in the Council of Ministers.