HC Deb 05 February 1986 vol 91 c175W
36. Mr. Campbell-Savours

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what instructions or advice was given to the British embassy and British officials in Iran as to the reception and acceptance of, and offers of help to, United States citizens immediately before, during and after the Iranian hostage crisis.

Mr. Renton

During the takeover of the American embassy in Tehran in November 1979 the British authorities acted in close concert with the American authorities, and with their knowledge and approval. The paramount consideration throughout was the safety of American personnel in Tehran.

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