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Written question asked by Keith Vaz (Labour), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 14 November 1996. It was answered by Liam Fox (Conservative) on Thursday, 14 November 1996 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question
To comment on the charges made against Mr Paul Loseby and Mr James Miles who are currently being held in Venezuela.
Answer

Mr. Vaz: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on the charges made against Mr. Paul Loseby and Mr. James Miles who are currently being held in Venezuela. [4209] Dr. Liam Fox: Mr. Paul Loseby and Mr. James Miles were arrested at Caracas airport on 4 November with cocaine strapped to their bodies. The public prosecutor will decide whether any formal charges will be made.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
4209; 285 c305W
Session
1996-97
Subjects
Crime Drugs Venezuela