§ 75. Mr. Foulkesasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent action he has taken at the United Nations Security Council on Nicaragua.
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§ Mr. EggarWe have not initiated any recent action in the United Nations Security Council on Nicaragua.
§ 96. Mr. Hefferasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what meetings his officials have had with representatives of the Nicaraguan Contras; and for what purpose.
§ Mr. EggarAs part of their normal duties, members of Her Majesty's diplomatic service have contact with political organisations linked to the Contras.
§ 97. Mr. Flanneryasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs how many representations he has received regarding the attacks by the Contras on the elected Government of Nicaragua; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. EggarNo detailed analysis is made of the precise nature of representations made by correspondents. In 1986 we received 188 letters from hon. and right hon. Members and 358 letters from individuals and organisations on the subject of Nicaragua, including attacks by the Contras. In reply, we made it clear that we do not believe the problems of Central America can he resolved by armed force.