§ 55. Mr. A. Royleasked the Secretary of State for Defence if he will give an assurance that Her Majesty's Government will not reduce the number of British troops stationed in Hong Kong; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. HealeyAs the hon. Member knows, we are examining all our overseas defence commitments. Until this review is complete no undertakings will be given about the long-term strength of any individual garrison.