HC Deb 05 July 1920 vol 131 cc1008-9
82. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he is aware that a M. Strouve, styling himself Foreign Minister to General Wrangel, is coming to London; why this gentleman is to be admitted to this country; and whether official relations will be entered into, or have been entered into, between this gentleman and the Foreign Office?

Mr. HARMSWORTH

The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative, and to the last part in the negative. As regards the second part of the question, there is no reason, so far as His Majesty's Government are aware, for refusing this gentleman admission to this country.

Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that this M. Strouve must be coming up here to stir up further trouble, and as the Government do not recognise General Wrangel, why is this gentleman allowed to come here?

Mr. HARMSWORTH

How could this gentleman be refused admission?

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Will he have an interview with the head of the War Office, and will he get a promise of assistance?

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