§ 1. Mr. KINGasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether there has been before the British Government any proposal that Japan should occupy or send troops to any part of Russian territory; and whether any action on the part of any of the Allies has been taken or is contemplated in order to protect their interests in the far East of Russia?
§ The MINISTER of BLOCKADE (Lord Robert Cecil)I would refer the hon. Gentleman to the answer returned yesterday to the hon. Member for Hanley. I have nothing to add to it.
§ Mr. KINGCan we hope for a statement upon this subject not later than Thursday, when a Vote of Credit will be moved?
§ Lord R. CECILThe hon. Member can hope for it.
§ Mr. LEES-SMITHMay I ask whether, before any decision is taken on this question, there will be an opportunity for discussion in this House?
§ Lord R. CECILI do not know as to that matter.