§ 18. Mr. Dodds-Parkerasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what discussions he has had with the Government of Ceylon about further supplies of arms.
§ Sir Alec Douglas-HomeWe have, naturally, been in consultation with the Ceylon Government. My information is 875 that their immediate needs have now been met.
§ Mr. Dodds-ParkerIs my right hon. Friend aware that the overwhelming majority in this House will support the Government in any action taken, and over the sending of any supplies to support democratic institutions in this Commonwealth country?
§ Sir Alec Douglas-HomeWe took the view, which I am glad to see has my hon. Friend's approval, that when law and order was threatened we had an obligation to a Commonwealth Government.
§ Mr. DalyellDo immediate needs include further supplies of arms?
§ Sir Alec Douglas-HomeI have said that there has been no request for further supplies of arms. If there was we would consider it on its merits.