HC Deb 14 February 1968 vol 758 cc368-9W
100. Mr. Blaker

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs on what date the offer by certain States in the Persian Gulf to contribute to the cost of maintaining British forces in the Gulf was communicated to Her Majesty's Government; and what decision has been taken upon it.

Mr. Goronwy Roberts:

This was among the subjects which I discussed during my recent visit to the Persian Gulf and on which I reported on my return. Her Majesty's Government have expressed their gratitute for the offer but have explained that it would not provide a practicable solution.

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