§ 23. Mr. Simon CoombsTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the progress of reform in Romania.
§ Mr. Douglas HoggRomania has made some progress on democratric reform since the grave setback in June. We 429W are also encouraged by the start of economic reform. However, we urge the Romanian Government to press ahead with further moves to transform Romania into a genuine free-market democracy.
§ 32. Mr. ThurnhamTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has received about consular assistance to British couples wishing to adopt Romanian orphans; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydWe have received a number of representations on this subject. We are committed to offering whatever assistance we can to British couples wishing to adopt Romanian children.