HC Deb 15 May 1935 vol 301 cc1684-5
2. Mr. MANDER

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether any representations have been made to the Italian Government, or are contemplated, with reference to the obligation which this country would be under with regard to the use of the Suez Canal and facilities in British ports for Italian shipping in the event of hostilities arising between Italy and Abyssinia contrary to international treaty obligations?

Sir J. SIMON

No, Sir.

Mr. MANDER

Is not this matter likely to be raised in a very serious form in the event of hostilities.

Sir J. SIMON

I have no reason to suppose that the Italian Government are not well aware of the obligations of this country.

Mr. KIRKWOOD

Is it the case that British transport ships are conveying Italian troops across the Mediterranean?

Mr. SPEAKER

That point hardly arises out of the question.