§ Mr. Hoodasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will reapply for the membership of the United Kingdom to the United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation.
§ Mr. EggarWe made it clear when we withdrew from UNESCO that we would require evidence of fundamental and far-reaching reforms before reconsidering our position. There is no sign that such reforms are likely to be implemented in the near future.
We welcome the prospect of the appointment of a new director general. This can be no more than one element in the task of tackling the formidable problems that face the organisation. Our fundamental concern remains UNESCO's programmes and administration. We shall continue to keep an open mind and monitor developments carefully.