§ 1. Mr. Manderasked the Prime Minister whether he is aware that Herr Forster, the German Gauleiter of Danzig, is visiting this country; whether this visit has any diplomatic significance; whether interviews with responsible Ministers in His Majesty's Government are being accorded to Herr Forster; and what is the alleged purpose of this visit?
§ The Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs (Mr. Butler)I understand that Herr Forster recently paid a short visit to this country. This visit was of a private nature and Herr Forster did not have any political discussions with members of His Majesty's Government.
Lieut.-Colonel Sir A. Lambert WardWould it not be correct to say that the office held by Herr Forster is absolutely unofficial and nominal?
§ Mr. GallacherIs there any reason for this epidemic of visits from Germany?
§ Mr. ButlerWith regard to the previous supplementary question, I shall require notice.
§ Mr. ManderIs it not a fact that Herr Forster is the real ruler of Danzig, under the German Government?