Suez Canal (Freedom of Navigation)

Part of Oral Answers to Questions — Egypt – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 17 February 1954.

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Photo of Mr Selwyn Lloyd Mr Selwyn Lloyd , Wirral 12:00, 17 February 1954

I agree that we have certain responsibilities with regard to freedom of navigation through the Canal. The difference really is a question of method. We have no intention of abrogating our responsibilities in that regard.