HC Deb 19 December 1938 vol 342 cc2458-9
38. Mr. Sorensen

asked the Prime Minister whether he has now received a reply from the German Government respecting discussions between the German authorities and the director of the Inter-Governmental Committee respecting Jewish emigrants; and whether he will make a statement respecting any financial proposals affecting this problem recently made by the German representatives?

30. Mr. Price

asked the Prime Minister whether discussions will take place with Dr. Schacht in regard to the permission for Jewish refugees to leave Germany with at least some portion of their financial resources, and the question of the reduction of the rate of interest on Germany's external debt?

Mr. Butler

The general question of emigration from Germany was discussed unofficially with Dr. Schacht during his recent visit to London, but it was not intended or expected that any decisions should be reached during the visit. The external debt of Germany was not mentioned. I would take the opportunity of saying that Dr. Schacht's visit was welcome, and I am confident that such visits conduce to the promotion of good understanding between the two countries.

Mr. Sorensen

Are we likely to have some particulars in the near future regarding the matter dealt with in the question?

Mr. Butler

I cannot at present say, and I hope that the hon. Gentleman will not press me further at this stage.