HC Deb 05 April 1939 vol 345 c2772
48. Lieut.-Commander Fletcher

asked the Chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster whether any plans for concerted French and British action in the Mediterranean exist; and whether any conversations between French and British naval, military and air authorities concerning such plans have recently taken place or are contemplated?

Mr. W. S. Morrison

Contacts between the two staffs regarding strategical questions affecting both countries, which were initiated three years ago, are being continued.

Lieut.-Commander Fletcher

Are special contacts between the staffs in matters affecting the Mediterranean at present being undertaken?

Mr. Morrison

In the course of these contacts, all questions affecting strategic considerations common to both countries come under review.

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