The World : Ex-Colonies Press Britain

Britain came under increasing pressure from many of its former colonies to agree to some form of joint action to punish South Africa for its policy of apartheid. As delegates arrived in Nassau, Bahamas, for a Commonwealth meeting, the issue of South Africa dominated private meetings and conversations. British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher, who will attend the meeting, has rejected economic sanctions, arguing that they do not work. But many delegates believe some action must be taken to increase pressure for change.