§ Mr. Tony BanksTo ask the Prime Minister what contacts have been made between representatives of Her Majesty's Government and representatives of the Contra forces during the past 12 months; and if she will make a statement.
§ The Prime MinisterA representative of the Contras called on officials in the Foreign and Commonwealth Office at his request on 29 October 1987. He was informed of our consistent support for a peaceful, negotiated settlement of the problems in Central America.