08 Jun 1962
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 08, 1962
Page
1
The Opposition Leader Mr. Gaitskell warned Britain must provide proper outlets for Commonwealth farm products if joining the Common Market. He argued British membership in a Federal European State could dissolve the Commonwealth and called for further political moves toward that goal.
Mr Gaitskell describes the Common Market policy as pure protectionism for European farmers and presses for full Commonwealth consultation. He warns against any arrangements that would hurt Asian and African members of the Commonwealth as Ed Heath outlines the Government’s stance on talks.
Thursday in London saw Australian Minister Monjeftate discuss Britain's Common Market position with Home Secretary Butler then meet with Bank of England officials. He attended a Lords Taverners meeting, arguing the economic case for entry may be overstated. Grimond warned against a Commonwealth free trade area as UK Commonwealth relations loom over talks with Menzies and Macmillan.
A British plan for solving common market issues was adopted by the Seven and the Commonwealth bloc. It proposes an exceptional provisos period, limits on imported goods from Canada and India, and a transition before negotiating product by product agreements in line with world commodity accords.
British Prime Minister Harold Macmillan meets Australian Prime Minister Robert Menzies in London to discuss the impact on the Australian economy if Britain joins the European Common Market. Sir Eric Harrison watches as the High Commissioner observes the confidential talks.
Sydney reports a mounting Ford dispute as unions press for compulsory clerical unionism while the Ball Bonet of the Commonwealth Industrial Court upholds Ford’s right to lay off 600 workers at Broadmeadows Victoria. More job suspensions threaten widespread unrest as clerks and engineers pursue court orders and potential strikes.
The Associated Chambers of Manufactures criticized Britain’s bid to join the European Economic Community as threatening Commonwealth preferences. They argued the proposed terms were too weak and that Australia and other Commonwealth markets could suffer substantial losses if the six EEC nations and Britain move ahead without considering the Commonwealth’s position.
Moscow reports note a secret Kremlin meeting attended by leaders from at least six countries. Western and Communist sources foresee a Communist counter to the Common Market and a plan to tighten belts for Communist nations to stay ahead of the United States in the arms race.
In Laos the three princes discussed forming a coalition government and sharing defence and tenure ministries. Neutralist Prince Souvanna Phouma said progress was made after talks with right-wing leader Prince Boun Gum and Pallet Lao head Prince Souphanavoulg. He expected a final agreement soon as observers noted a hopeful mood at the Plain of Jars.
Government grants a special USIAWW allocation for an all weather road between Captain's Flat and Canberra. Surveying on a re routing has begun with work to start after winter. Total cost around £200000 with funding from NSW State Government £100000 and local bodies. Scheme includes brick works timber mills tourism housing for Canberra workers and a pine forestry program.
National RSL Council outlines plans for a new £50,000 headquarters to replace the existing Civic Centre site. A.J. Lee will announce details next week as negotiations on construction and site finalize. Groundwork will begin this year with completion expected mid-year, the building to sit behind the city area apart from the business district.
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