HC Deb 30 November 1916 vol 88 cc475-6
76. Mr. LYNCH

asked whether an opportunity will be given to the House, before rising for Christmas, of expressing by a vote its approval or otherwise of the conduct of affairs by the Foreign Office, especially in regard to Greece?

Mr. BONAR LAW

Opportunities for discussing Foreign Affairs will arise in the ordinary course of business and I am not prepared, as at present advised, to set aside a special day for the purpose suggested in the question.

Mr. PR INGLE

Does the right hon. Gentleman not think it would be advisable to have a Secret Session in order to have a frank discussion, especially in view of the decision of the French Chamber?

Mr. LYNCH

Does the right hon. Gentleman not see that the Greek question may be the turning point of the whole war?

Mr. BONAR LAW

I do take the view that it is a very serious question, but there will be opportunities next week for it to be discussed in connection with the Vote of Credit.