§ 43. Mr. Newensasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what guarantees he has obtained from the Government of El Salvador to ensure that the £850,000 of British military equipment, which it has recently arranged to purchase, will in no circumstances be used in support of Guatemala's territorial ambitions in Belize or for the purpose of repression of those who are demanding elementary democratic and human rights.
§ Mr. RowlandsLocal and regional considerations were taken into account in consideration of the contract. An assurance has been sought from the Government of El Salvador that in no circumstances will the equipment be used against Belize.