asked the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs what representations to the Congo Prime Minister, Mr. Tshombe, concerning the safety of British subjects in the Congo were made by Her Majesty's Government whilst he was in Paris.

asked the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs if he will make a further statement about the safety of British subjects in the Congo.

asked the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs whether he will convey to the rebel leaders in the Congo the offer of a substantial reward, in cash or cattle, for each hostage of British or Commonwealth nationality returned unharmed within the next three weeks.

As the Answer is long, I will, with permission, answer these Questions at the end of Questions.