§ Dr. CHAPPLEasked whether Britain will be a party to any negotiations between France and Morocco for the establishment of a protectorate over the latter country or, if not, whether the good offices of this-country will be at the disposal of the parties concerned in the event of negotiations being difficult or protracted?
§ Sir E. GREYHis Majesty's Government will not be a party to the negotiations between France and Morocco. The general rule is that good offices are not offered unless they are desired by both parties to a dispute, and are not refused when they are so desired. I have no-reason to anticipate that in this case there will be any dispute.
§ Dr. CHAPPLEHave we surrendered our interests in Morocco?
§ Sir E. GREYOur position with regard to Morocco is contained in agreements which have been laid before the House, and in the announcements which we made to the House last year as to our attitude, and at some length.