HC Deb 03 July 1939 vol 349 cc892-3
6. Mr. Cocks

asked the Prime Minister whether his attention has been drawn to the visit of General Halder, chief of the German general staff, to Estonia and Finland; and whether he will consider sending a British naval squadron on a courtesy visit to the Baltic States and to Leningrad?

Mr. Butler

The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative. With regard to the second part, the hon. Member's proposal will be borne in mind, but it is unlikely that it will be practicable to arrange a visit in the near future.

Mr. Cocks

Will the Government take into consideration the fact that, as an ambassador of peace and a calming influence, a very effective agent is a British warship?

Mr. Butler

Yes, certainly.

Lieut.-Commander Fletcher

Has any request for a naval visit been received by the British Government?

Mr. Butler

I should require notice of that question.

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