§ 13. Mr. Manderasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he has any statement to make with reference to the negotiations being carried on between Danzig and Poland for the recognition of Danzig as a State; and whether, as this is a matter solely for the League of Nations, Poland has been authorised to negotiate on its behalf?
§ Mr. EdenI have seen in the Press reports of the nature referred to in the hon. Member's question, but I should not like him to assume that such negotiations are in fact taking place.
§ Mr. ManderDo I understand that Poland had no authority to undertake any such negotiations?
§ Mr. EdenI have no doubt whatever that, if they affected any other States, or the League, the Polish Government would inform the League.
§ Mr. ManderWould they have any authority to initiate negotiations without authority from the League?
§ Mr. EdenThat is another matter. I am sure that if there was any decision, they would refer it to the League.
§ Mr. ManderWill the right hon. Gentleman inquire whether they are negotiating at all on this very important subject?