EEC And EFTA Flashcards
1
Q
Where and when was the EEC formed
A
Treaty of Rome 1957
2
Q
Why did Britain want to join EEC
A
Boost industrial production for more exports
Increase industrial efficiency
Stimulate economic growth
3
Q
Why were negotiations to join difficult for Britain
A
They wanted to maintain relationships with USA and Commonwealth
4
Q
Why could Britain not conform to ‘common agricultural policy’
A
They traded agricultural goods with the commonwealth. Such as lamb with New Zealand
5
Q
When did De Gaulle veto British entry
A
1963
6
Q
When did Britain establish EFTA
A
1959
