§ 32. Sir T. Cookasked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that Spanish refugee children took part in a May Day demonstration in Norwich last Sunday; whether Spanish subjects are responsible for these boys and girls; and whether any restrictions have been placed upon them while refugees in this country, with particular reference to political intervention?
§ Sir S. HoareYes, Sir. I understand that the arrangements for the participation of certain Spanish refugee children in the demonstration referred to were made without the knowledge or consent of the Basque Children's Committee which is responsible for the care and maintenance of the children. As has been stated on several occasions in the House following on the policy of non-intervention adopted by the Government. foreigners admitted to this country for a temporary stay are expected to refrain from engaging in political propaganda on behalf of either 1015 side in the Spanish struggle. I am taking the matter up with the committee.
Viscountess AstorDoes not the right hon. Gentleman think that this causes the feeling among many people that these children were mostly brought over for political propaganda?