HC Deb 22 February 1962 vol 654 c634
Q7. Mr. Fletcher

asked the Prime Minister what reply he has received to his letter to Mr. Khrushchev of 14th February.

The Prime Minister

I have not yet received a reply from Mr. Khrushchev.

Mr. Fletcher

Will the Prime Minister give an assurance that he will communicate the contents of the reply to the House as soon as he receives it? As Mr. Khrushchev appears to be in a more forthcoming mood, will the Prime Minister give an assurance that he will not discourage any opportunity that presents itself for a meeting between Heads of State?

The Prime Minister

I think that it would be wiser to wait for the reply before commenting on it.

Mr. M. Foot

Has the Prime Minister any time left for studying Mr. Khrushchev's replies, when he has to rewrite the speeches of all the members of his Government?

The Prime Minister

Although life is short, it does not preclude one from both these interesting occupations.