§ Mr. Needhamasked the Lord Privy Seal what is the policy of Her Majesty's Government to the proposal by Israel to build a canal linking the Mediterranean to the Dead Sea.
§ Mr. HurdThe project as planned is contrary to international law, as it involves unlawful works in occupied territory and infringes Jordan's legal rights in the Dead Sea and neighbouring regions. No official support will be given by Her Majesty's Government in respect of the project.