Written question asked by Margaret Ewing (Scottish National Party), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 21 November 1995. It was answered by John Major (Conservative) on Tuesday, 21 November 1995 on behalf of the Prime Minister.

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Prime Minister

Question

What representations he received from the governments of (a) Australia and (b) New Zealand prior to the French nuclear tests in the South Pacific regarding opposition to the tests; and if he will publish them. - We have had a number of contacts with the Australian and New Zealand Governments on this issue. These exchanges remain confidential between the Governments concerned.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

1537; 267 c45W

Session

1995-96

Subjects

Disclosure of information Australia Nuclear weapons New Zealand Testing French Polynesia