§ Mr. DILLONasked whether the British and Russian representatives at Teheran are using their influence to exclude certain individuals from the Persian Ministry or in any way interfering with the formation of the Persian Government; and, if so, on what grounds this course has been taken?
Mr. McKINNON WOODSuch representations as the British and Russian Ministers have made have been for the purpose of safeguarding the interests of the countries which they represent.
§ Mr. DILLONHave they made representations objecting to the inclusion of certain individuals in the Ministry of Persia?
Mr. McKINNON WOODI am not prepared to add anything to the answer. The representations which have been made were limited to what were considered necessary safeguards in the interest of the country.
§ Mr. HAZLETONWill the hon. Gentleman say what representations have been made?