HC Deb 21 July 1930 vol 241 c1727
24. Sir NICHOLAS GRATTAN-DOYLE

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs for what periods the four British subjects now being held for ransom in China have been in captivity?

Mr. A. HENDERSON

The Fathers Laffan and Linehan have been in captivity for three months; the Misses Nettleton and Harrison for about three weeks.

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

Have any steps been taken to secure their release?

Mr. HENDERSON

I have already informed the House that repeated representations have been made.

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

With no result?

Mr. HENDERSON

Not up to the present.

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