HL Deb 01 June 1998 vol 590 c17WA
Lord Lucas

asked Her Majesty's Government:

What initiatives they have taken, or propose to take, to assist in ending the civil war in Sri Lanka. [HL1946]

Baroness Symons of Vernham Dean

Her Majesty's Government believe a lasting solution to this tragic conflict can only be reached through a political settlement. We have said publicly that we stand ready to help in the resolution of the conflict if both sides ask us to play a role.