HC Deb 10 March 1924 vol 170 cc1891-2
15. Sir GRATTAN DOYLE

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, whether he can now state what steps have been taken to re-open the American Consulate at Newcastle-on-Tyne; and if these measures have been successful in removing the deadlock?

The PRIME MINISTER

I regret that I cannot as yet add anything to the reply which I gave to the hon. Member on 25th February.

Sir G. DOYLE

Can my right hon. Friend give an indication as to the date?

The PRIME MINISTER

The hon. Member knows that this requires preliminary negotiation.