Written question asked by Paul Goggins (Labour) on Tuesday, 22 October 2002, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 5 November 2002. It was answered by Bill Rammell (Labour) on Tuesday, 5 November 2002 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 recent discussions he has had with the Colombian Government in connection with their efforts to restore peace and security. (Failed OPQ)

Answer: Paul Goggins: To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs, What recent discussions he has had with the Colombian Government in connection with their efforts to restore peace and security. [77193] Mr. Rammell: My Honorable Friend Dr Denis MacShane visited Colombia from 6-8 October. He met President Uribe and other Ministers, and representatives of British and Colombian NGOs and Colombian Trade Unions. He emphasised our willingness to help tackle Colombia's grave problems as well as the importance of further progress on human rights.

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