HC Deb 19 May 1988 vol 133 cc518-9W
Mr. Corbyn

To ask the Prime Minister what discussions she had during her visit with the Government of Turkey concerning(a) human rights and (b) the legal proceedings against Dr. Sargin and Mr. Kutlu, and allegations of torture.

The Prime Minister

I refer the hon. Gentleman to the reply that I gave to the hon. Member for Meirionnydd Nant Conwy (Dr. Thomas) on 20 April 1988, at column435.

Mr. Corbyn

To ask the Prime Minister what discussions she had during her recent visit to Turkey concerning the legal proceedings against Mr. Oz, Mr. Cosku, Mr. Ozdo Jan and 11 others.

The Prime Minister

None.

Mr. Corbyn

To ask the Prime Minister what discussions she had during her recent visit to Turkey concerning the freedom of opposition and expression and the legal functioning of political parties.

The Prime Minister

These subjects were mentioned in the course of my discussions with Mr. Inonu.

Mr. Corbyn

To ask the Prime Minister whom she met during her recent visit to Turkey; and which towns she visited.

The Prime Minister

I had talks with President Evren, Prime Minister Ozal, the Social Democrat leader Mr. Inonu, and the lord mayor of Istanbul Mr. Dalan. I went to Ankara and Istanbul. In both cities I visited a number of projects involving British companies and met those concerned.