47. Sir F. HALLasked the Prime Minister, if any decision has yet been come to as to the date when the trial of the German war criminals will be commenced; if the procedure to be adopted as regards the submission of evidence and the examination of witnesses has been approved by the Allies; if the list of persons indicted by the British Government has been finally settled; and if particulars of the persons concerned and the offences with which they are charged will be published beforehand?
Mr. HARMSWORTHA full statement on this subject was made on 17th May, and there is at present nothing which I can usefully add to the information contained in that statement.
Sir F. HALLNo steps have been taken since 17th May! Will the right hon. Gentleman see that at all events they get to work in regard to trying these German criminals?
Mr. HARMSWORTHI understand that the statement made by the Leader of the House is as strictly applicable to-day as then.