HC Deb 28 January 1942 vol 377 c705
30. Mr. Mander

asked the Minister of Information whether it is proposed at any stage during the course of the war to play the National Anthems of the Allies on suitable occasions, or whether the ban is to remain permanent?

The Minister of Information (Mr. Brendan Bracken)

Yes, Sir, the National Anthems of all our Allies will be played on suitable occasions.

Mr. Mander

Does that mean that it will now be possible for the B.B.C. to broadcast the American and Soviet National Anthems, and have they been so informed?

Mr. Bracken

Yes, Sir. The B.B.C. can broadcast the American and Soviet National Anthems and all National Anthems.

Mr. Thorne

Will the Chinese have a chance?

Mr. Bracken

Yes, Sir.

Mr. Gallacher

Will not the Minister have a practice of the "Internationale" here?