§ 6. Mr. Thorneasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he can give the House any information about Italy fortifying Pantellarna; and whether it has been converted into a base for aircraft and submarines?
§ Viscount CranborneVarious reports have recently been received that the island in question is fortified. Similar rumours received previously have, however, all proved to be without foundation, and I am not in a position to confirm the present reports.