§ Mr. CranTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the extent to which Britain's foreign policy remains independent of the other member states of the European Community.
§ Mr. EggarBritain's foreign policy remains British. Within the framework of European political co-operation we have an obligation to inform and consult our European partners on matters of general interest. The ability of the Twelve to speak and act together is a significant help in achieving British objectives.