HC Deb 15 June 1920 vol 130 cc1054-5
49. Mr. MALONE

asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the desire of large numbers of workers in this country to save the workers' republic in Russia, any difficulties will be placed in the way of men who desire to enter Russia for the purpose of serving in the Red Army; and whether they will be permitted to train and organise units in this country?

Mr. PALMER

Before the right hon. Gentleman answers, may I ask if he will represent to the Prime Minister the importance of promulgating throughout this country the address which M. Lenin has addressed to the workers of England, so that these may understand the meaning and purpose of Soviet rule?

Mr. SPEAKER

Let us hear the answer to the question first.

Mr. SHORTT

I would refer the hon. Member to the answer which my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister gave to a question on Thursday last. The answer to the last part of the question is in the negative.

Captain LOSEBY

Will the right hon. Gentleman, at any rate, afford facilities for any hon. and gallant Member of this House—

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Including yourself!

Mr. SPEAKER

I think these personal allusions in the course of our proceedings are very undesirable. If they are begun by one hon. Member, it is very easy for other hon. Members to answer. The game is one at which two can play.