§ 37. Mr. David Watkinsasked the Lord Privy Seal what is the policy of Her Majesty's Government towards the Israeli proposal to build a canal between the Mediterranean and the Dead Sea.
§ Mr. HurdThe project as planned is contrary to international law, as it involves unlawful works in 145W 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.