§ 2. Mr. KINGasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether his attention has been called to the need for fresh and more forceful diplomatic representation in Petrograd; and whether, in order to meet the new situation, he has considered the appointment of a special mission to Russia?
§ Lord R. CECILThe answer to both parts of the question is in the negative. I have more than once expressed in this House the complete confidence which His Majesty's Government have in the ability, courage, and discretion of Sir George Buchanan.
§ Mr. KINGIs the Noble Lord not aware that the Prime Minister has recently received a Memorandum on the lines suggested by my question?
§ Lord R. CECILNo; I am not aware of that.
§ Lord R. CECILIf the Prime Minister had any information, I really think he would communicate anything of that kind to a subordinate Minister if he thought it right.