HC Deb 19 February 1930 vol 235 c1352
8. Commander SOUTH BY

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether there have been any negotiations with regard to the ownership of Jan Mayen Island, in the Arctic Ocean; and what is the present position of the different claims to the ownership of the island?

Mr. A. HENDERSON

His Majesty's Government are now discussing with the Norwegian Government the position created by the Norwegian decree of annexation of Jan Mayen Island, of 8th May, 1929. I am not at present in a position to make any further statement.

Commander SOUTH BY

Is the right hon. Gentleman hopeful that this matter will be brought to a satisfactory conclusion in the near future?

Mr. HENDERSON

I am afraid I cannot add to the answer I have given.