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the garrison very significantly.
A decision in favour of
I do not
CPA would sweeten any bitterness felt about our request for
an increased contribution for the garrison, whereas an
adverse decision would exacerbate the situation.
wish it to deteriorate in view of the importance of
reaching agreement on these negotiations.
4. In these circumstances I should be grateful if you
would give very careful thought to the political considera- tions when you come to make your decision on CPA's appeal. 5. I am copying this minute to Keith Joseph, Francis Pym. and George Younger.
2 June 1980
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