HC Deb 22 June 1937 vol 325 cc987-8
1. Mr. Day

asked the Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs whether he can make any statement as to what recent action has been taken by His Majesty's Government in the United Kingdom for the purpose of improving the relationship existing between this country and the Irish Free State?

The Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs (Mr. Malcolm MacDonald)

I am not in a position to add anything to previous statements regarding relations between this country and the Irish Free State.

Mr. Day

In view of the widespread desire for an early settlement of matters, will the right hon. Gentleman consider taking the initiative with a view of getting a settlement?

Mr. MacDonald

I share to the full a desire for a settlement which will be satisfactory to both sides, and I can assure the hon. Member that we shall not lose any opportunity which presents itself to attain that end.