HC Deb 08 July 1969 vol 786 c215W
36. Mr. Whitaker

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he will hold discussions with the Channel Islands to invite them to contribute a proportion of the United Kingdom cost of defence and overseas representation.

Mr. Diamond

Among the matters being considered by the Commission on the Constitution is whether any changes are desirable in the constitutional and economic relationship between the United Kingdom and the Channel Islands. I do not think it would be appropriate in advance of the report of the Commission to seek any contribution from the Channel Islands towards the United Kingdom cost of defence and overseas representation.