§ Mr. Canavanasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement about Her Majesty's Government's policy on the latest developments in South Africa.
§ Mrs. ChalkerWe remain deeply concerned about the internal situation in South Africa. We shall continue to use our influence and contacts, including our contacts with the South African Government, to press for fundamental reforms and emphasise the need for the widest possible dialogue about the political future of South Africa.
§ Mr. Wrigglesworthasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make representations to the South African Government on behalf of the seven prisoners in South Africa currently sentenced to death and awaiting execution, in particular, Clarence Payi and Theresa Ramashula; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. ChalkerWe consider such representations on compelling humanitarian or human rights grounds. There are no such grounds in the case of Clarence Payi. Her Majesty's Embassy in South Africa is investigating the case of Theresa Ramashula and others convicted with her.