§ 48. Mr. NEWBOULDasked the Prime Minister when steps will be taken to make peace with Hungary?
§ The PRIME MINISTERThe Allies have been ready for some time to present their terms of peace to Hungary. Unfortunately, there was no Government in existence that could be fairly held to represent that country. At last, however, largely owing to the exertions of Sir George Clerk, a Government, representative of all parties in Hungary, has been formed to hold elections immediately. I trust that this will be the prelude to an early peace between Hungary and the Allied and Associated Powers.
§ Colonel WEDGWOODAre we to understand that peace with Hungary cannot take place until after there has been a general election in Hungary?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI do not think it would be possible to negotiate peace until there is in Hungary a Government that is really representative of the people.
§ Colonel WEDGWOODAnd does that depend upon the election?
§ 56. Colonel WEDGWOODasked the Prime Minister whether he has information to the effect that the Catholic extremists are co-operating with Admiral Troubridge to retain the pro-Hapsburg Friedrich in power in Hungary in opposition to Sir George Clerk; whether this is contrary to the policy of His Majesty's Government; and will he have Admiral Troubridge informed of the necessity of supporting Sir George Clerk in all things?
§ The PRIME MINISTERNo, Sir. I have information that the rumour referred to is without foundation.
§ Colonel WEDGWOODIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that this statement has been made in the Austrian Press?
§ The PRIME MINISTERYes.