HC Deb 24 July 1985 vol 83 cc583-4W
25. Mr. Cunliffe

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether, when considering imposing sanctions against Beirut international airport, Her Majesty's Government will at the same time consider imposing such sanctions against Syria, Iran and Libya.

Mr. Luce

We are considering, with other countries, how best to ensure that Beirut airport is not again used as a safe haven by hijackers. Should security standards at other airports fall below adequate levels, we shall be ready to take appropriate action with the rest of the international community.

29. Mr. Campbell

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he intends to discuss with his European Economic Community partners concrete measures against terrorism, including state sponsored terrorism; and if he will seek their agreement to take joint action in respect of Beirut airport.

Mr. Renton

The Ten member countries of the European Community adopted a set of measures on terrorism and abuse of diplomatic immunity last year. The United Kingdom proposed the drawing up of these measures with the aim of combatting state sponsored terrorism. We circulated proposals at the Milan Council to counter terrorism against aircraft. These include suggestions for joint action by the Ten regarding Beirut International Airport.