HC Deb 29 January 1934 vol 285 c29
44. Mr. WILMOT

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether it is proposed to resume negotiations on the subject of Britain's War Debt to America at an early date?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

As stated in the White Paper published on the 7th November last (Command Paper No. 4448), His Majesty's Government will be ready to resume negotiations whenever, after consultation with the President of the United States, it may appear that this can usefully be done. My right hon. Friend is not at present in a position to add anything to this statement.

Mr. CRAVEN-ELLIS

Have the United States Government given any indication that the time is opportune to discuss this matter?

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

That is covered by the answer that I have given.

Mr. CRAVEN-ELLIS

I do not appreciate that that is a reply, Mr. Speaker.

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