HC Deb 03 December 1980 vol 995 cc107-8W
14. Mr. Freeson

asked the Lord Privy Seal what indications Her Majesty's Government have had, and of what nature, that the Palestine Liberation Organisation is ready to renounce all links with terrorism and to accept Israel's tight to exist behind secure borders.

Sir Ian Gilmour

The Palestine Liberation Organisation has not declared openly its readiness to accept Israel's right to exist and continues to be involved with terrorism. This is unacceptable to us. However, Palestine Liberation Organisation statements and contacts with it reveal some evidence of readiness to accept a negotiated settlement based on compromise in the right circumstances. We continue to urge both the Palestinians and Israel to recognise each other's rights.