HC Deb 19 July 1939 vol 350 cc373-4
6. Mr, Dalton

asked the Prime Minister whether he can now make any further statement regarding the negotiations between His Majesty's Government and the Government of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics?

16. Mr. Vyvyan Adams

asked the Prime Minister whether he can now make any statement about the relations between Russia and the United Kingdom?

The Prime Minister

The British and French Ambassadors in Moscow had a further meeting with M. Molotov on Monday. Their report is now being considered by His Majesty's Government in consultation with the French Government.

Mr. Dalton

Are we any nearer an agreement as a result of these instructions and transmissions of information one way or another?

The Prime Minister

We certainly have not got an agreement yet.

Mr. Benn

Has the Prime Minister observed the new proposal for a German loan of £25,000,000 to the Soviet Government?

The Prime Minister

No, Sir.

Mr. Watkins

Can the Prime Minister say whether these negotiations will be concluded in order that he may be able to make an announcement before the Summer Recess?

The Prime Minister

I hope so.

Sir A. Sinclair

Does not the right hon. Gentleman consider that it would be most unfortunate if the House were to part before we know the result of these vital negotiations?

Commander Sir Archibald Southby

Ought not these questions to be addressed to the Russian Government?