§ Mrs. Ewingasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, of the British representatives appointed to international organisations and delegations by the Government, what persons had personal experience of life and conditions in Scotland.
§ Mr. MulleyAppointments within the Diplomatic Service, including those in Her Majesty's Missions accredited to international organisations and also to posts in international organisations for which the Foreign and Commonwealth Office are asked to recommend candidates, are made on the basis of an officer's qualities, experience and professional fitness for the post in question. His or her nationality within the overall requirement of British citizenship is not a factor. Accordingly, the information requested is not available.