§ Mr. Colemanasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what are Her Majesty's Govern- 288W ment's intentions regarding the future rôle of the Council of Europe; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Anthony RoyleThe policy of Her Majesty's Government in regard to the Council of Europe is unchanged. We believe that with its wide membership it fulfils a valuable rôle in European affairs. Its activities, particularly in specialised fields, have been and will remain important.