HC Deb 13 April 1972 vol 834 cc229-30W
Q9. Mr. Carter

asked the Prime Minister when he next intends to make an official visit to Brussels.

The Prime Minister

I have at present no plans to make a further visit to Brussels, but I look forward to welcoming the Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Belgium to London on 2nd May.

Q11. Mr. Carter

asked the Prime Minister how many official engagements he undertook during the Easter Recess.

The Prime Minister

I had a number of meetings with Ministers and officials, and entertained the deputy Prime Minister of New Zealand and his wife during their visit to London.

Q13. Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Prime Minister whether he will now pay an official visit to Northern Ireland.

The Prime Minister

I have at present no plans to pay a further official visit. My right hon. Friend the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has spent much of the time since his appointment in Northern Ireland: he will continue to do so, and also intends that a Minister of his Department should be present there at all times.