§ 18. Mr. LEES-SMITHasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether any assurance has been given that, as soon as order is restored in Vladivostock, the British and Japanese troops will be withdrawn?
§ Lord R. CECILThe answer is in the negative, but it is hoped that the incident will soon be closed.
§ Mr. LEES-SMITHWill the right hon. Gentleman give an assurance that, as soon as order is restored, these troops will be withdrawn?
§ Lord R. CECILThat is a ridiculous question to ask.
§ Mr. LEES-SMITHWill the right hon. Gentleman give an assurance with regard to the British troops?
§ Mr. HOGGEWill the right hon. Gentleman impress upon the Cabinet the necessity of the Japanese doing a little more?