§ Lord Moynihanasked Her Majesty's Government:
Given Britain's special interest in Cyprus as one of the three guarantor countries, what progress was made towards securing a peaceful settlement in Cyprus as a result of the visit to the Foreign Office Minister, Keith Vaz, on 13 and 14 March. [HL1433]
§ The Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, Foreign and Commonwealth Office (Baroness Scotland of Asthal)During his visit to Cyprus last month the Minister for Europe reiterated to President Clerides, Foreign Minister Kasoulides and Mr Denktash the UK's continued strong support for the UN process and urged all involved to seek ways to move it forward. We will continue to deliver this clear message and to support the UN Secretary General's efforts to secure a peaceful settlement in Cyprus.