2. Mr. BECKETTasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs the reasons why the example of other countries is not followed and an Ambassador to the Soviet Union appointed by His Majesty's Government?
Mr. CHAMBERLAINThe hon. Member is mistaken if he supposes that all other countries, or even all the great Powers, have acted alike in this matter. Some countries have appointed Ambassadors and some have no diplomatic relations with the Soviet Government. His Majesty's Government take the course which seems to them best suited to British interests.
Mr. BECKETTHow long do the Government intend to continue this attitude of undignified sulkiness towards the Soviet Government?
§ Mr. SPEAKERAdjectives are not permissible in questions.