HC Deb 22 March 1939 vol 345 cc1257-8
6. Mr. Sorensen

asked the Prime Minister what steps, other than military preparations, His Majesty's Government pro pose to take in the near future which would not simply safeguard British interests but encourage and enable other Powers to enter into equitable, political and economic co-operation, with a view to eliminating unnecessary rivalry, suspicion and isolation, and promoting through the League of Nations or other wise, general confidence, security and resistance among peace-loving Powers?

Mr. Butler

His Majesty's Government in the United Kingdom will watch for an opportunity of promoting the course of action suggested by the hon. Member.

Mr. Sorensen

May I take it that the Government recognise that only on the basis stated in the question can a really peaceful and co-operative world be built?

Mr. Butler

I have said that we are looking for an opportunity to promote the course of action which the hon. Member suggests.