§ 55. Mr. Shinwellasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he is yet in a position to make a statement on the debate in the United Nations Organisation on the subject of Cyprus.
§ 56. Mrs. L. Jegerasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he will make a statement on Her Majesty's Government's proposals for Cyprus in the light of the United Nations debate.
§ Mr. Selwyn LloydThe United Nations General Assembly on 5th December adopted unanimously a resolution tabled 5W by the delegate of Mexico. The resolution was:
The General Assembly, Having considered the question of Cyprus, Recalling its Resolution 1013 (XI) Expresses its confidence that continued efforts will be made by the parties to reach a peaceful, democratic and just solution in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations.Her Majesty's Government were glad to subscribe to this resolution which accords with our own objectives. With regard to the hon. Lady's Question, my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister will be making a statement later in the week.