HC Deb 12 November 1918 vol 110 c2469
2. Sir J. D. REES

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, whether the ratification of the agreement negotiated by Lord Newton and General Sir Herbert Belfield is unconditional, or whether any and, if so, what conditions are attached?

Mr. JAMES HOPE (Lord of the Treasury)

In view of the armistice, this question does not arise.

Colonel LOWTHER

Is it a fact that all offices relating to our prisoners, held by Lord Newton and General Belfield before the armistice, automatically lapse with the armistice?

Mr. HOPE

No, Sir.

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