§ 7. Mr. Marcus Samuelasked the Prime Miinster whether he will consider making representations to all foreign Governments, whether members of the League of Nations or not, as to the desirability of enlisting the service of broadcasting in the cause of peace; and whether, in any event, His Majesty's Government will take the necessary steps to initiate broadcasting of that character from this country?
§ Mr. ButlerThe International Convention on the Use of Broadcasting in the Cause of Peace was signed at Geneva on 23rd September, 1936, by representatives of 28 Governments, of whom eight subsequently proceeded to ratification. Three 16 other countries have acceded. An invitation to attend the conference was extended to non-members as well as members of the League and the Convention was open to accession by all countries. His Majesty's Government, having ratified the Convention, will observe its provisions.