HC Deb 05 December 1975 vol 901 cc383-4W
Mr. Hooley

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether a pamphlet entitled "Ocean Island (Banaba)" a copy of which has been sent to him, which purports to be a statement by the Government of the Gilbert Islands, was issued with his authority; and, if so, why this document has been issued referring to certain matters which are sub judice before the High Court.

Mr. Ennals

My Department learned some months ago that the Gilbert Islands Government were intending to produce a pamphlet, but they were not consulted about its contents and they did not see it until after publication. My Department's authority was neither requested nor required. The pamphlet would not appear to deal with any matter in issue before the High Court.

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