HL Deb 30 March 1982 vol 428 cc1379-80WA
Lord Mackie of Benshie

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What progress they have made in efforts to help the British mercenaries serving long sentences in Angola.

Lord Trefgarne

We are continuing to do what we properly can to help. Consular visits are made at monthly intervals and we are regularly in touch with the families of the former mercenaries. We continue to urge clemency and are in contact with the Angolan Government about this.