HC Deb 09 February 1939 vol 343 cc1122-3
59. Mr. Mander

asked the Home Secretary whether he is aware of the attempts that have been made by the German representatives in London to forbid German subjects in this country to work for Jewish employers; and whether he will take steps to prevent this racial discrimination?

Sir S. Hoare

I am aware that allegations have been made that German subjects have been advised not to work for Jewish employers. If the hon. Member will supply me with particulars of any cases of which he has heard, I will have inquiry made.

Mr. Mander

I will certainly do that, but is the Home Secretary aware of the great difficulty in bringing any of these cases forward, because if any publicity is given to them the relatives in Germany are made to suffer. Will he bear that in mind and not allow this intolerable interference with the rights of citizens in this country?