HC Deb 04 November 1920 vol 134 cc557-8
27. Mr. SWAN

asked the Prime Minister whether the British Government has yet appointed its representatives for the meeting of the Assembly of the League of Nations on 15th November, 1920; who are these representatives; whether they will have instructions as to the British Government's policy on the restoration of peace with Russia, disarmament, the admission of new members of the League, and other important matters; and whether the House will be given an opportunity of discussing these instructions?

The PRIME MINISTER

The names of the representatives of the British Government have already been announced in the House on the 22nd October, in reply to a question by my hon. and gallant Friend the Member for Harborough. The representatives will receive instructions on all subjects, which are included in the agenda paper for the Assembly. I do not think that it would be desirable that there should be a discussion in this House.

Mr. HOGGE

Will the Prime Minister now tell us whether he also is going, or not?

The PRIME MINISTER

I think that will depend a good deal on circumstances. I have not decided yet.

Mr. HOGGE

You hope to?

The PRIME MINISTER

Possibly.

Mr. HURD

Will the right hon. Gentleman take into consideration the possi- bility of nominating one woman as a delegate?