§ 32. Mr. Henry Clarkasked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs if he will hold discussions with other Commonwealth Governments with a view to the posting of forces in the South Arabian Federation to assist federal forces with defence and the maintenance of law and order after the withdrawal of British forces.
§ Mr. George ThomasNo, Sir. As the provision of a peace-keeping force in the South Arabian Federation is a measure which the forthcoming United Nations Mission might wish to recommend it would be premature to take such steps as the hon. Gentleman has suggested.
§ Mr. ClarkDoes the hon. Gentleman not consider that some Commonwealth Governments might like to avert a disaster in South Arabia by taking up the responsibilities which this country is to drop like hot potatoes?
§ Mr. ThomasThat is in the realm of speculation.