[Doug]

There is nothing wrong in highlighting these facts so described or discussing the failings of the governments concerned and their leader’s lack of ability. But I would ask you to consider that British personnel both civil and military went out to Pakistan and the surrounding area without question and without prejudice; they have rescued people already and will continue to search for others and provide help and advice to local people for as long as it is practical to do so. Again without question and without prejudice the British people have donated money, goods and clothing. The British Government will provide Air Transport, Funding and undoubtedly assist further by providing British military personal, equipment and know how. Whatever our feelings about what have gone before, I believe that the British People should be both proud of what we have been able to achieve and grateful that we will sleep peacefully in our beds tonight………