HC Deb 20 November 1919 vol 121 cc1108-9
46. Colonel WEDGWOOD

asked the Prime Minister whether His Majesty's Government are being kept informed as to the negotiations for Peace at Dorpat; and whether he can give the House any information as to how the negotiations are proceeding?

71. Dr. MURRAY

asked the Prime Minister whether the Governments of the Baltic States have made a declaration in favour of peace with Soviet Russia?

The PRIME MINISTER

A Conference is actually taking place at Dorpat, attended by representatives of the Provisional Governments of the Baltic States to decide on their attitude with regard to the peace proposals of the Soviet Government. The British High Commissioner will keep His Majesty's Government informed of the progress of the negotiations, but no information has yet been received.

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Are any States represented besides Esthonia, Latvia, and Lithuania? Is Poland represented, or Finland?

The PRIME MINISTER

I do not think that Poland is represented. I am not sure about Finland, but I understand that they are watching the proceedings.

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

May we take it that these States are left perfectly free to conduct negotiations?

The PRIME MINISTER

I have already said so.