§ Mr. CohenTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what discussions United Kingdom representatives in Sri Lanka have had with factions, ethnic groups, party and community leaders; what proposal he has to enable the United Kingdom to assist the peace process; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. BaldryI visited Sri Lanka from 15 to 16 November. I met representatives of a wide range of Sri Lankan opinion. Her Majesty's high commission in Colombo also maintains contact with all legitimate political, trade union and human rights groups.
Our standing offer to help facilitate talks, if all parties would find it useful, remains on the table.