UN General Assembly
1967

88. It was for this reason, above all, that Britain applied earlier this year for full membership of the European community. This great decision has been endorsed by the overwhelming majority of the British people. I believe that, as a result of our joining the European community, Europe will be able to speak with a much stronger voice in the counsels of the world, and I believe it will also enrich and strengthen thereby our ability to support the United Nations Organization in its many activities.