HC Deb 03 April 1978 vol 947 c12W
Mr. Paul Dean

asked the Secretary of Affairs if he will make a statement on the recent elections in the Gilbert Islands.

Mr. Luard

In the General Election held on 1st and 6th February, 35 Members were elected to the House of Assembly. In a separate national election on 17th March, the Hon. Ieremia Tabai was elected Chief Minister. Her Majesty's Government look forward to working closely with Mr. Ieremia Tabai and his Ministers.

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