HC Deb 18 February 1972 vol 831 c170W
Mr. Rose

asked the Minister of State for Defence whether he will now set a time limit for the presence of British troops in Northern Ireland.

Lord Balniel

No. British troops will remain in Northern Ireland for so long and in such strength as they are needed.

Mr. Rose

asked the Minister of State for Defence whether he will pay an official visit to Londonderry during the Easter Recess, 1972.

Lord Balniel

I have no plans at present to do so.

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