§ Sir R. Russellasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what progress is being made in giving diplomatic support to British companies in their efforts to obtain compensation for assets expropriated in a number of African countries in recent years.
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§ Mr. Anthony RoyleNegotiations have been completed or are in train between the Government concerned and some companies affected. Appropriate diplomatic support will continue to be given to all United Kingdom commercial interests which have suffered expropriation until proper compensation has been agreed.