HC Deb 07 April 1921 vol 140 cc445-6
46. Mr. LYLE

asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the attempt by the ex-Emperor Karl to recover the crown of Hungary, he is ascertaining whether the supervision of the ex-Kaiser Wilhelm by the Dutch authorities is so thorough as to render any attempt by him to re-enter Germany out of the question; and what steps the Allies propose to take to check the ex-Emperor Karl's activities in the future.

Sir P. LLOYD-GREAME

His Majesty's Government see no reason to question the efficacy of the guarantees given by the Netherlands Government for the safety of the ex-Emperor William. Any action that can be taken as regards the future action of the ex-Emperor Charles must depend on a joint Allied decision, for which there has not yet been time.

Sir H. BRITTAIN

Is it not a fact that the individual to whom the Kaiser party are looking forward to succeed on the Throne is not the Kaiser, but the eldest son of the Crown Prince, who happens to be in Potsdam at the moment?

Sir P. LLOYD-GREAME

That hardly arises out of the question.

Mr. W. THORNE

Can the hon. Gentleman state whether the ex-Kaiser is still sawing wood as a labour test?