Written question asked by Tam Dalyell (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 14 October 1996. It was answered by John Major (Conservative) on Monday, 14 October 1996 on behalf of the Prime Minister.

Prime Minister

Question: Pursuant to his letter to the Right honourable Member for Chesterfield and the honourable Member for Linlithgow of 9th September, if he will state the conditions in which he believes the public interest requires Parliament to be recalled, with particular reference to the involvement of British personnel on active service.

Answer: Mr. Dalyell: To ask the Prime Minister, pursuant to his letter to the right hon. Member for Chesterfield (Mr. Ben) and the hon. Member for Linlithgow of 9 September, if he will state the conditions in which he believes the public interest requires Parliament to be recalled, with particular reference to the involvement of British personnel on active service. [40365] The Prime Minister: A decision to recall Parliament depends upon the prevailing situation. It is made after consultation with colleagues and through the usual channels.

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