HC Deb 24 June 1919 vol 117 cc29-30
52. Lieut.-Colonel Sir J. NORTON GRIFFITHS

asked the Prime Minister what is the staff of the permanent secretariat of the Imperial Cabinet?

Mr. SHORTT

There is no permanent secretariat of the Imperial War Cabinet.

Sir N. GRIFFITHS

In view of the wishes of many of our overseas self-governing Dominions, are the Government taking any steps to create such a post as indicated in my question?

Mr. SHORTT

Of course, the matter is under consideration, but there is none at present.

53. Sir N. GRIFFITHS

asked the Prime Minister what persons, in the absence from this country of Cabinet Ministers of the various self-governing Dominions, are authorised to attend meetings of the Imperial Cabinet on their behalf?

Mr. SHORTT

Each Dominion has the right to nominate a visiting or resident, Minister in London to be a member of the Imperial War Cabinet at meetings other than those attended by the Prime Ministers.