HC Deb 11 March 1935 vol 299 cc7-8
14. Miss RATHBONE

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether any investigation has been made by or on behalf of His Majesty's Government into methods of applying economic sanctions under Article XVI of the Covenant; and, if so, whether the results of the investigation may be published?

Mr. EDEN

The imposition of such sanctions is contemplated in the Covenant of the League of Nations. His Majesty's Government have, therefore, naturally considered the question, but I am not in a position to make any statement in the matter.

Miss RATHBONE

Since the Government hold the view that other forms of collective security cannot be relied upon, will they not give further attention to this much neglected form of collective security, separately or through the League of Nations?

Mr. EDEN

I cannot accept the hon. Member's premises.