HC Deb 05 May 1930 vol 238 c619
39. Mr. THURTLE

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs the annual cost to the Exchequer of the maintenance of a diplomatic representative at the Vatican?

Mr. A. HENDERSON

The cost of the maintenance of a diplomatic representative at the Vatican, including the necessary accommodation and staff, is £5,880 per annum.

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Is it impossible for our representative at the Vatican to prevent interference with the Government of Malta?

HON. MEMBERS

Answer!

Mr. HENDERSON

It is no use hon. Members calling "Answer." These are very important questions, and they ought to be on the Order Paper.