§ Mr. FoulkesTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent discussions he has had with the Government of Belize on the future maintenance of a British military presence in Belize.
§ Mr. Garel-JonesWe are in close touch with the Government of Belize on a wide range of issues. As with all our overseas defence commitments, the British military presence in Belize is kept under review.
§ Mr. FoulkesTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs for how long Her Majesty's Government are committed to maintaining a garrison in Belize; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Garel-JonesAt the time of independence it was agreed that the garrison in Belize would remain for an appropriate period. That remains the case. As with all our overseas defence commitments, the British military presence in Belize is kept under review.