HC Deb 20 January 1931 vol 247 c22
38. Mr. MANDER

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he is able to make any statement with reference to the present position in Egypt; and whether negotiations are proceeding?

The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for FOREIGN AFFAIRS (Mr. Dalton)

The position remains as stated before the Christmas Recess. No negotiations are proceeding.

Mr. MANDER

Are we to understand that the attitude of the British Government is still that of neutrality in Egyptian affairs?

Mr. DALTON

Yes, Sir.