§ Sir Michael GryllsTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs on what date the British high commissioner returned to Nigeria; what steps he is taking to encourage the restoration of democracy in that country; and on what date he expects the Nigerian high commissioner to return to London. [29010]
§ Mr. HanleyI refer my hon. Friend to the answer I gave the hon. Member for Stretford (Mr. Lloyd) on 19 February, column22. The Nigerian authorities have given us no indication of a date for the return of the Nigerian high commissioner to London.
§ Mr. CoxTo ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what recent discussions he has had, and with whom, on the current regime in Nigeria. [28600]
§ Mr. HanleyWe continue to consult closely with Commonwealth, European Union and other partners on all aspects of our policy towards Nigeria.