§ 28. Mr. V. Yatesasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he will now make a further statement upon the review of the Paris Agreements, in view of the refusal of the West German 1774 Government to contribute towards the cost of British forces stationed in Germany.
§ Mr. NuttingNegotiations on the question of the German contribution are still in progress in Bonn, and I cannot, therefore, add anything to the reply which I gave to the hon. Member on 18th April.
§ Mr. YatesIn view of the specific refusal by the German Government to make any financial contribution whatever to the cost of British troops in Germany, and of the fact that they are not required to do so under the Paris Agreements, is not the issue quite clear? How long will the Government be negotiating on this matter, and when do they expect to be able to make a statement to the House?
§ Mr. NuttingA statement will, of course, be made to the House directly the negotiations are completed.