§ 71. Colonel GRETTONasked the Prime Minister what is the position of negotiations with M. Krassin; has any preliminary agreement been reached upon which negotiations are to proceed; and, if so, will he state what has been agreed?
§ The PRIME MINISTERThe negotiations with M. Krassin are proceeding, but have not yet been concluded. I hope shortly to be able to make a statement to the House on the subject.
§ Mr. RAFFANWill the right hon. Gentleman say whether there is any truth in the statement that he has imposed entirely new conditions in this matter?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI do not think it would be desirable at this stage to say anything, and the House will realise the reason why.
§ Lord R. CECILCan the right hon. Gentleman say when he will be able to make a statement?
§ The PRIME MINISTERI hope next week. I may tell the House that the responsibility for delay does not rest with the Government.