§ 6. Mr. Hannahasked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the breakdown of the treaties which concluded the War of 1914–18, he will consider calling a new world conference with a view to arriving at a fresh settlement?
§ Mr. ButlerI do not consider that such action would be likely to achieve the result desired by my hon. Friend.
§ Mr. ShinwellIs there anything incompatible with the desire for peace, which has been expressed by His Majesty's Government, in calling a conference, even if only of a limited character? Cannot an attempt be made?
§ Mr. ButlerI have said that we do not think such an attempt would be likely to achieve the result which is desired.
§ Mr. WatkinsCan the hon. Gentleman say what is the alternative?
§ Mr. HannahIs it not time that we recognised the complete futility of the Treaty of Versailles?