§ Mr. Corbynasked the Prime Minister if, during her discussions with the President of Sri Lanka in April, the question of Tamils seeking asylum in the United Kingdom was discussed; and if she will make a statement.
§ The Prime MinisterNo. I hope that the recent discussions between the Sri Lankan and Indian Governments and the ceasefire announced on 18 June will lead to the rapid resumption of efforts to achieve a negotiated settlement to the inter-communal dispute in Sri Lanka. Such a settlement, recognising the rights and interests of all communities, is the only way to end the violence which all have suffered.