§ Mr. Arthur Greenwood(by Private Notice) asked the Prime Minister whether he can make any statement as to the negotiations with Admiral Darlan in North Africa?
§ Mr. AttleeThese negotiations have taken place between the Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces and Admiral Darlan and others with a view to the immediate military situation in North Africa. It is not possible at this stage to make any further statement on this matter.
§ Mr. GreenwoodMay I take it from what my right hon. Friend said at the end of his reply that, as early as possible, a fuller statement will be made about the position of Admiral Darlan?
§ Mr. AttleeI will convey that to my right hon. Friend.
§ Mr. BellengerMy right hon. Friend has referred to the Commander-in-Chief of the Allied Forces in North Africa. Are we to understand that British troops are under the command of an American Commander-in-Chief?
§ Mr. AttleeYes, Sir