§ Mr. Strangasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether there are any reasons, other than concerns over verification, that prevent Her Majesty's Government from pursuing comprehensive test ban treaty negotiations; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RentonIn the event of a resumption of negotiations on a comprehensive test ban questions other than verification would no doubt have to be addressed, but, as the hon. Member is aware, our view remains that it would be premature to resume negotiations while outstanding verification issues remain unresolved.