§ 19. Mr. Farrasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what compensation has been paid by the Government of Indonesia to British civilians and companies affected by the recent events there.
§ Mr. R. A. ButlerNo compensation has yet been paid by the Government 13 of Indonesia for losses, damage or injury suffered by British nationals as a result of the disorders in Indonesia in September. As I told hon. Members in the debate on the Address, the Indonesian Government have offered compensation for the damage done to some of the property owned by the British Government. In order to secure a comprehensive agreement, we are continuing negotiations to cover ail British property damaged.
§ Mr. FarrWhilst thanking my right hon. Friend for that reply, may I ask him to bear in mind that the Indonesian Government appeared at that time passively to condone the actions of the mob and must be held fully responsible for damage caused to British property and interests?
§ Mr. ButlerYes, Sir. It is in the realisation of that fact that we are conducting our negotiations with the Indonesian Government.