§ MR. VINCENT KENNEDY (Cavan, W.)I beg to ask the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether any complaints have been received from Japan protesting against the playing of the Mikado in London; have any steps been taken; and will the provinces be affected.
§ MR. RUNCIMANNo representations have been made, but I am informed that the Lord Chamberlain has withdrawn the licence which was issued many years ago. The withdrawal affects all theatres, including the provinces.
§ MR. VINCENT KENNEDYDoes the prohibition extend to Ireland?
§ MR. RUNCIMANMy information is that the licence has been withdrawn.