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communications for each DT for a limited period ( ? 5

years ?) years?) and for a defence umbrella ( would not USA wish

to provide this in any case ?). A policy statement would

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be required in Parliament. Representatives from each of

the Dependent Territories we consider capable of

sustaining independence might be invited to London to

discuss

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methods of their achieving independence.

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8. If DTs continue to be reluctant to go for independence

consideration would then be given to withdrawing powers

already entrusted to them.

9. In any case no further powers should be devolved on

local Ministers unless they agree to a date for independence.

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