Written question asked by Paul Marsden (Labour) on Tuesday, 4 July 2000, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 18 July 2000. It was answered by John Battle (Labour) on Tuesday, 18 July 2000 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, If he will make a statement on progress made to bring to justice those responsible for the murder of Brigadier Saunders in Greece. (Failed OPQ).

Answer: Mr. Paul Marsden: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs if he will make a statement on progress made to bring to justice those responsible for the murder of Brigadier Saunders in Greece. [129572] Mr. Battle: Since the incident Her Majesty's Government has been in close contact with the Greek authorities at the highest level. At their request, a team of specialists from the Metropolitan police flew to Athens on the day of the murder. They are still there, working closely with the Greek police. The House must understand that the operational aspects must remain confidential. However, we remain committed, as do the Greek Government, to bringing the perpetrators to justice.

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