§ Mr. Harry CohenTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations his Department has made to the relevant United States authorities to ensure that the legal proceedings concerning Caroline Beale, or any decision on her future, are not unduly delayed; and if he will make a statement. [1150]
§ Mr. HanleyHer Majesty's consul has pressed both the New York district attorney's office and the defence counsel for a decision in this case on many occasions, most recently on 13 November.