§ 36. Mr. WallaceTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has received concerning the protection of shipping in the Gulf area.
§ Mr. MellorWe are in close and frequent contact with a wide range of Governments, shipping organisations and unions about the protection of shipping in the Gulf. We remain committed to the principle of freedom of navigation, and will continue to do everything possible to assist British merchant shipping in the region.