§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Lord Privy Seal if he will make a statement on the Minister of State's talks with the Guatemala delegation in Belize.
§ Mr. RidleyI met the Foreign Minister of Guatemala, Senor Castillo Valdez, when, accompanied only by his wife, he made a private visit to this country from 25–29 June.
Our previous meeting was in Bermuda on 19–20 May for discussions at which the Belize Government were represented. No conclusions were reached. The atmosphere was cordial and further talks are envisaged shortly. Our aim remains to clear the way for a secure independence for Belize as soon as possible.