§ Mr. Eldon Griffithsasked the Lord Privy Seal if, during his recent talks with the United States' Government, the Foreign and Commonwealth Secretary put forward any ideas for the improvement of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation's machinery for speedier consultations and a need for a more rapid response in the event of Soviet military action in areas that adversely affect the vital interest of member States of the Alliance.
§ Mr. HurdNo. The Government believe that the Alliance already possesses the necessary machinery and has improved its ability to consult quickly when the situation demands. We agree that, if the Soviet Union acts 107W as suggested, the Alliance will need to react promptly and effectively, and we are confident that this view is shared by our allies.