HC Deb 13 February 1929 vol 225 c380
3. Mr. WELLOCK

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what progress has been made by the committee appointed by the Economic Organisation of the League of Nations to inquire into the coal question?

Sir A. CHAMBERLAIN

A meeting; of experts from a number of countries was held at Geneva from 8th to 12th January, to consult with a Sub-Committee of the Economic Committee of the League. I understand that as a result of the meeting the information already collected was supplemented and brought up to date, and that some discussion took place on general aspects of the question. There were no resolutions and no report has been published.

Mr. WELLOCK

Has the right hon. Gentleman any information which goes to show that the results will be fruitful?

Sir A. CHAMBERLAIN

I can hardly say what the results will be at the present time. I hope they will be fruitful, but it is only a hope that I can express.

Mr. T. WILLIAMS

Is any report of the proceedings likely to be circulated?

Sir A. CHAMBERLAIN

I think a report will be made by the Committee to the Council of the League when they next meet in March, and in that case no doubt it will be published in due course.