HC Deb 06 November 1930 vol 244 cc1025-6
48. Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

asked the Prime Minister on what grounds permission is given to foreign officers to receive training and instruction with the British forces?

The PRIME MINISTER

It is considered that the grant of these facilities is an act of international courtesy which can only make for furtherance of friendly relations with foreign Powers.

Sir N. GRATTAN-DOYLE

Can the right hon. Gentleman tell us whether these courtesies are reciprocal?

The PRIME MINISTER

Yes. It is not always a sort of exchange, but we have our subjects in the services of foreign Powers.