HC Deb 09 June 1920 vol 130 cc406-7
72. Mr. AUBREY HERBERT

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether the French forces have evacuated Koritza, and if Greek troops have advanced upon the town and have been compelled to retire by the Albanians; and what steps the Supreme Council is taking to prevent the violation of Albanian frontiers?

Mr. HARMSWORTH

I understand that French forces lately evacuated Koritza, but no advance was made upon that town by Greek troops; consequently no collision with the Albanians occurred. The Supreme Council will continue their efforts to secure the proper settlement of the Albanian question, and in this matter the Greek Government, together with the other Governments concerned, are loyally co-operating with them.

Sir S. HORNE

Has the British Government received the report on which the hon. Gentleman bases his answer from the British representative.

Mr. HARMSWORTH

I should like notice of that question.

Earl WINTERTON

What troops were they, if they were not Greek troops, after the French retired.

Mr. HARMSWORTH

I cannot say, I would require notice.

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Have we a British representative in Albania?

Mr. HARMSWORTH

I think not at the present moment.