§ Sir Frederic Bennettasked the Lord Privy Seal what are the factors he is considering which have led him to delay reaching a decision on affording full diplomatic recognition at ambassadorial level to the Government of Chile.
§ Mr. RidleyWe are still examining all aspects of our relations with Chile. The level of diplomatic representation is only one of these. We already recognise the Government of Chile.
§ Sir Frederic Bennettasked the Lord Privy Seal when he expects to reach a decision in his consideration of whether or not to exchange ambassadors with the Government of Chile.
§ Mr. RidleyI have nothing to add to the reply I gave to the hon. Member for Eton and Slough (Miss Lestor) on 19 November.—[Vol. 974, c. 16.]