HC Deb 11 December 1979 vol 975 c560W
Mr. Weetch

asked the Lord Privy Seal if he will accord full official recognition to the Palestine Liberation Organisation; and if he will make a statement.

Sir Ian Gilmour

Official recognition is extended only to Governments. We have not accepted the Palestine Liberation Organisation's claim to be the sole legitimate representative of the Palestinians, but we are aware of the importance of its views in determining Palestinian attitudes.