HC Deb 29 July 1957 vol 574 c103W
61. Mr. Short

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what considerations now govern the supply of arms by Great Britain to Israel, in view of the changing situation in the Middle East.

Mr. Selwyn Lloyd

The main consideration governing the supply of arms to Israel and her neighbours is Her Majesty's Government's desire to promote and maintain peace and stability in the area and to avoid an arms race.