HC Deb 21 September 1939 vol 351 c1062
47. Mr. Leach

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Information whether he is satisfied that the dropping of leaflets on German soil meets with the approval of the nation and of neutral peoples; and if the practice is to be continued?

Sir E. Grigg

My Noble Friend cannot, of course, speak for individual members of the public, but he is satisfied that the dropping of leaflets has met with approval in many quarters. Reports received from neutral countries make it clear that they have noted with interest the promulgation in Germany of severe penalties against any person found in possession of a British leaflet and also that they share our own opinion that leaflets alone will not defeat the German Armies. As regards the second part of the question, it would not be in the public interest to make any statement as to future action.

Mr. Leach

Will the hon. Member undertake to ask for the co-operation of prominent Members of this House who have broadcast messages to the country and to foreign nations, such as the right hon. Member for Warwick and Leamington (Mr. Eden) and the Deputy-Leader of the Opposition in compiling these leaflets?

Sir E. Grigg

Yes, Sir. We welcome the co-operation of Members of this House in every way.