HC Deb 26 April 1933 vol 277 c94
5. Mr. NUNN (for Major-General Sir ALFRED KNOX)

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he can now make a statement as to the present position with regard to the lease of the new territories of Kowloon?

Sir J. SIMON

The Kowloon extension was leased in 1898 for a term of 99 years, and no alteration in the present position is contemplated.

Mr. NUNN

Will the right hon. Gentleman make inquiries as to whether any consultation has taken place between the Chinese authorities at Canton and the British Consular authorities?

Sir J. SIMON

I have no reason to think so. The answer which I have given is quite explicit.