We are trying to make sure we have a ceasefire on all sides. We are operating against a very difficult background and I refer the Deputy to my detailed responses to priority questions on this subject. We must not become fatalistic or too pessimistic and must continue to work with everyone of good will and speak to the wider community. There are many on both sides doing courageous work trying to maintain basic human contact and dialogue. Despite a pessimistic political outlook, we have to bring every pressure we can to bear on those who have leverage to meet the responsibilities that exist. There is a security threat not only in the immediate area of conflict, but also in the wider region and throughout the world. The conflict in Iraq compounds the situation.
Written Answers follow Adjournment Debate.