HC Deb 08 July 1931 vol 254 cc2062-3
6. Sir K. WOOD

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he can now make a statement as to the settlement of the outstanding differences left by the London Naval Treaty?

Mr. A. HENDERSON

There have been no further developments since my reply to the right hon. Gentleman on 29th June.

Sir K. WOOD

Does the right hon. Gentleman propose to take any further immediate steps in the matter?

Mr. HENDERSON

I thought the right hon. Gentleman was aware, from answers that had been given, that the difficulty does not rest with His Majesty's Government. I dare say reference will be made to the subject in the forthcoming visit to Paris.

Colonel GRETTON

Are any negotiations proceeding?

Mr. HENDERSON

I have explained more than once what the situation is. Negotiations at the moment are not proceeding.

Sir K. WOOD

Did not the right hon. Gentleman claim a triumph for the results that he had achieved?

Mr. HENDERSON

Yes, and I was quite entitled to do so. The blame does not rest with the Government of this country, and I should have thought the right hon. Gentleman would be the first to admit it.