Closure of Iranian Consulate in Manchester

Title

Closure of Iranian Consulate in Manchester

Genre

Interview

TX Date

Unknown

Year of production

1987

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Duration

00:03:03

Description

Foreign Secretary Geoffrey Howe interviewed on the announcement of the closure of the Iranian Consulate in Manchester, following on from Iranian charges against a British diplomat. He says the situation should not affect the prospects of hostage Terry Waite. Male interviewer not identified.

Contributors

Geoffrey Howe

Keywords

Iran; Terrorism; UK; Embassies and consulates; International relations; Manchester; Diplomacy; Abduction; Terry Waite

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