HC Deb 22 November 1982 vol 32 c349W
Mr. Proctor

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will take steps to secure the release of imprisoned British mercenaries in Angola in the light of the exchange arrangements between the Soviet Union, Angola, the United States of America and South Africa; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Stanbrook

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will seek to arrange the release of the British former mercenaries now imprisoned in Angola, following the recent release of their American companions.

Mr. Onslow

We are continuing to make high level representations to the Angolan Government for the release of the British prisoners.