HC Deb 14 November 1979 vol 973 cc653-4W
35. Mr. John Townend

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment whether, following his advice to the Rugby Union to cancel the tour of the multiracial South African rugby team, he proposes to offer advice on invitations to any other sporting bodies.

Mr. Monro

Yes, only if the occasion requires me to do so in relation to the Commonwealth statement on sporting links with South Africa.

70. Mr. Brotherton

asked the Secretary of State for the Environment if he proposes any change in policy consequent upon the recent tour of the United Kingdom by the South African Barbarian rugby side.

Mr. Monro

No. Nothing about this tour justifies any change of policy. The Government continue to be bound by their obligations under the Commonwealth statement.