HC Deb 04 October 1939 vol 351 c1924
4. Mr. Ellis Smith

asked the Prime Minister whether he will arrange for the publication of a Blue Book containing documents, etc., concerning the relations of Great Britain and the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics during the period August, 1938, to September, 1939, and containing documents, etc., that passed between representatives of the two Governments dealing with their relations with other Governments?

Mr. Butler

My Noble Friend is examining the hon. Member's request, which raises several important considerations.

Mr. Mander

Will the right hon. Gentleman bear in mind the tremendous public interest which is taken in knowing what really happened and how important it is that we should know the facts?

Mr. Butler

That is one of the important considerations which my Noble Friend is examining.