HC Deb 17 November 1983 vol 48 c521W
Q28. Mr. Freeson

asked the Prime Minister if she will appoint a British subject of Indian origin as the next British high commissioner to India; and if she will adopt a similar policy with regard to the appointment of high commissioners in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, West Africa, East Africa, and Southern Africa, and Her Majesty's ambassador in Pakistan.

The Prime Minister

Appointments of Her Majesty's representatives to these countries are made by Her Majesty the Queen on the recommendation of my right hon. and learned Friend the Foreign and Commonwealth Secretary. Those appointed will be the best people for the job irrespective of their racial origins.