HC Deb 07 December 1927 vol 211 cc1352-3
2. Mr. ALBERY

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs with what countries Great Britain has up to date negotiated arbitration treaties?

Mr. LOCKER-LAMPSON

Arbitration treaties exist with the following countries:

  • Brazil.
  • Denmark and Iceland.
  • France.
  • Italy.
  • Netherlands.
  • Norway.
  • Portugal.
  • Siam.
  • Spain.
  • Sweden.
  • United States of America.
  • Uruguay.

Mr. ALBERY

Are any further similar treaties being negotiated at present?

Mr. LOCKER-LAMPSON

I do not know that any definite treaties are at present being negotiated, but we are always prepared to extend the principle of arbitration as far as possible.

Mr. PONSONBY

Can the hon. Gentleman tell us when the treaty with the United States comes up for revision?

Mr. LOCKER-LAMPSON

Not without notice.

Mr. HARRIS

Are there any countries with whom we have actually refused to sign arbitration treaties?

Mr. LOCKER-LAMPSON

Not that I am aware of.