§ Sir Dudley Smithasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent contacts 207W he has had with the Secretary-General of the United Nations over the Cyprus issue; what progress is being made to bring about a lasting solution to that island's problems; what part Her Majesty's Government are prepared to play in bringing about a just settlement; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mrs. ChalkerMy right hon. and learned Friend last discussed Cyprus with the United Nations' Secretary-General in September last year. We also have frequent contacts with the United Nations at official level to discuss Cyprus. The Secretary-General's latest proposals have not yet been accepted by both sides, but he is persisting with his efforts to bring the two sides together. We believe that the Secretary-General is best placed to find a solution to the Cyprus problem, and we shall continue to give active support to his mission of good offices.