HC Deb 22 February 1972 vol 831 cc287-8W
Mr. Coleman

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what are Her Majesty's Govern- ment's intentions regarding the future rôle of the Council of Europe; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Anthony Royle

The 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.