§ Q4. Sir John Biggs-Davisonasked the Prime Minister if she will consult the Prime Minister of Canada about the possibility of a joint celebration in the United Kingdom and Canada of the bicentenary of the United Empire Loyalists.
§ The Prime MinisterThis is an important occasion for the United Empire Loyalists and I wish them well. I am sure, however, that they will be able to organise a really special celebration of their bicentenary without such an initiative on my part, especially when they have the support and help of my hon. Friend.
§ Sir John Biggs-DavisonRecalling our postal celebration of the bicentennial of the American revolution, should we not commemorate with a special issue—
§ Mr. William HamiltonReading.
§ Sir John Biggs-DavisonIt is far quicker that way. Should we not commemorate with a special issue the bicentenary of those North Americans who gave up everything and moved to Canada because of their loyalty to the Crown? Will my right hon. Friend speak to the Post Office and to Mr. Trudeau?
§ The Prime MinisterUnder the Post Office Act, the Post Office is responsible for choosing subjects for celebration stamps. While the chairman recognises what my hon. Friend has stated, he regrets that the programme for 1983 and 1984 is already full.