HC Deb 02 December 1986 vol 106 cc543-4W
Mr. Frank Cook

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs whether moneys of the Hong Kong Foreign Exchange reserve form part of the security for the loan arrangements concluded on 23 September in Peking for the Daya Bay nuclear power project.

Mr. Renton

No.

Mr. Frank Cook

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what responsibilities Her Majesty's Government exercise towards the safety of the people of Hong Kong; and how these responsibilities are carried out.

Mr. Renton

We exercise full responsibility for the welfare and wellbeing of the people of Hong Kong. This responsibility is carried out in close consultation with the Governor and Executive Council of Hong Kong.

Mr. Frank Cook

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs how many representations he has received (a) opposing and (b) favouring the building of the Daya Bay nuclear power plant.

Mr. Renton

(a) One, (b) None.