HC Deb 15 July 1920 vol 131 c2574
26. Commander Viscount CURZON

asked the Prime Minister whether the Allies have obtained any assurance or undertaking that they will complete the sweeping up of mines in the areas allotted to them under the Treaty of Versailles; and, if so, by what date?

Mr. BONAR LAW

Yes, Sir. Great Britain and the United States of America have cleared the areas allotted to them; France has nearly done so; Italy has a considerable portion yet to do, and it cannot yet be stated when she will finish; and Germany has given an assurance that she will clear her area, but the date of completion has not yet been fixed.

Captain W. BENN

Would the right hon. Gentleman say who is responsible for sweeping up the mines in the Baltic?

Mr. BONAR LAW

So far as possible we are trying to get those who put them there to remove them.

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Including ourselves?

Mr. BONAR LAW

Yes.