Written question asked by Peter Bradley (Labour) on Monday, 19 March 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 29 March 2001. It was answered by John Battle (Labour) on Thursday, 29 March 2001 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.

Foreign and Commonwealth Office

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, what contact there has been between Interoute (UK) Ltd and the UK authorities about its right to offer its commercial services to clients and potential clients in Belize; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Peter Bradley: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what contact there has been between Interoute (UK) Ltd. and the UK authorities about its right to offer its commercial services to clients and potential clients in Belize; and if he will make a statement. [155058] Mr. Battle: None directly. In October 2000, Interoute sent a promotional leaflet to the High Commission in Belmopan. The High Commission circulated it as part of its normal activities in support of UK business, and informed Interoute of this action.

Secondary information

Type: Written question
Reference: 155058; 365 c747W
Session: 2000-01
Subjects: Diplomatic service Leaflets Telephone services Belize Interoute Networks
Link: View this Written question on www.publications.parliament.uk