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British Steel Corporation

Volume 976: debated on Thursday 20 December 1979

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asked the Secretary of State for Industry whether, in view of the Treasury decision to abolish exchange controls, he will permit the British Steel Corporation to raise funds abroad for capital investment, without interference.

No. The Government do not consider this would be appropriate in the British Steel Corporation's present financial position.