§ 81. Mr. G. Campbellasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he will not make a further statement on such events in the Republic of Dominica as endangered British lives.
§ Mr. M. StewartThe danger to British lives was most acute immediately prior to the first landing of United States troops on 28th April; law and order in Santo Domingo had broken down and armed bands were roaming the streets. The United States action undoubtedly prevented serious civil strife; and evacuation of foreign, including British, nationals proceeded as planned. Since 5th May, when a cease-fire was signed by the combatant forces in the presence of the Organisation of American States Mission, the danger has further diminished. But tension between the two sides is still high and United States forces48W have been the target of insurgent snipers. In these circumstances we should not advise British subjects who were evacuated to attempt to return to Santo Domingo until law and order have been completely restored.