§ Mr. Gordon PrenticeTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent steps the Govnerment have taken to secure the release of the European hostages in Kashmir. [7941]
§ Sir Nicholas BonsorWe are co-operating closely in Delhi, Srinagar and capitals with the Indian and other Governments concerned, and continue to work for the safe and early release of Paul Wells, Keith Mangan and the other hostages. All Governments involved, the relatives,290W and a number of interested groups in the region have appealed for the immediate and safe release of the hostages.
We keep in close touch with the families and give factual briefing also to the constituency Member of Parliament involved.