HC Deb 14 February 1940 vol 357 c755
45. Mr. Mander

asked the Prime Minister whether it is proposed that the Minister of Information shall, in future, be responsible for all forms of propaganda both in neutral and enemy countries, including the Department now controlled by the Foreign Office and the work done by the Royal Institute of International Affairs; and whether there will be any change in the News and Press Bureau under Sir Walter Monckton, as regards his association with the Ministry?

The Prime Minister (Mr. Chamberlain)

The exact scope and functions of the Ministry of Information are under consideration.

Mr. Mander

Can the Prime Minister say how soon he expects it to be possible for him to make a statement?

The Prime Minister

I cannot say.

Mr. Boothby

Will the Prime Minister bear in mind the desirability of at least co-ordinating the propaganda in neutral and enemy countries and not having the direction of it in two completely separate organisations?

The Prime Minister indicated assent

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