§ Mr. DalyellTo ask the Prime Minister (1) what action he is taking to enter into dialogue with Arab and African countries about sanctions against Libya; [8012]
(2) what recent representations he has received from (a) France, (b) Arab states and (c) the USA on the reconsideration of UN sanctions against Libya. [9393]
§ The Prime MinisterWhen the need arises, we remind other Governments, including Arab and African Governments, that sanctions against Libya must remain in place until Libya complies fully with the requirements of the United Nations Security Council's resolutions. These requirements include the surrender of those accused of the Lockerbie bombing for trial in Scotland or the United States.
The Arab League and some Arab Governments have pressed for sanctions to be lifted and a compromise reached on Lockerbie.
The US and French Governments agree with us that sanctions against Libya must remain in place until Libya complies fully with the requirements of the UN Security Council's resolutions.