HC Deb 20 February 1981 vol 999 cc237-8W
Mr. Michael Brown

asked the Lord Privy Seal when he last met the Russian ambassador; and if he will make a statement regarding the discussions that took place.

Mr. Blaker

My right hon. Friend has not yet met the present Soviet ambassador. He last met the previous ambassador at the farewell lunch he gave him on 6 November, at which there was a general discussion of international affairs and bilateral relations. The present Soviet ambassador has made introductory calls on my right hon. and noble Friend and myself.