HC Deb 15 August 1940 vol 364 cc968-9
The Prime Minister

I have some unsatisfactory news for the House about Somaliland. The small British holding force which was occupying the Tug Argen position to the North-East of Hargeisa has been driven back by greatly superior Italian forces, amounting to about two divisions, including armoured vehicles and considerable artillery. As operations are still in progress, I cannot say any more, but I shall be dealing generally with the Eastern situation next week.

Captain Bellenger

May I ask the right hon. Gentleman whether his statement on Tuesday next will be limited to the Eastern situation?

The Prime Minister

No, Sir.