HC Deb 27 July 1978 vol 954 c911W
Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he is satisfied that the terms of service of ambassadors and the practice of embassies take sufficient account of the need at all times for them to keep in personal contact with him, other ambassadors and hon. Members.

Mr. Tomlinson

My right hon. Friend is not completely satisfied that heads of mission abroad return to this country as frequently as is desirable, among other things to maintain the personal contacts which the hon. Gentleman mentions. He is therefore reviewing the present arrangements.

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