HC Deb 02 June 1937 vol 324 cc986-7
3. Mr. Arthur Henderson

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he is now in a position to make a statement with reference to the expulsion of British missionaries from Abyssinia.

Mr. Eden

I have just been informed by His Majesty's Ambassador at Rome that the reply of the Italian Government on this subject will be received before the end of the week.

7. Mr. J. J. Davidson

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether any negotiations have been sought or are taking place between Great Britain and Italy on the question of exchange of territory in Abyssinia.

Mr. Eden

No, Sir.

Mr. Davidson

If any negotiations are sought by Italy on the subject, will the right hon. Gentleman remember how Italy has abided by her League of Nations obligations in the past?

Mr. Eden

That is hypothetical.

Mr. Bellenger

Has Britain any territory in Abyssinia to exchange or barter?