§ Sir W. DavisonWith regard to what the right hon. Gentleman the Prime Minister said as to Hitler's practice of seizing jumping-off grounds, will he tell the House what is the position with regard to the appeal made by Mr. de Valera to the President of the United States for the supply of arms to Southern Ireland, and whether negotiations are proceeding in that connection?
§ The Prime MinisterThat is a question which involves the quasi-Dominion status of Eire in its relations with a foreign Government.
§ Mr. MaxtonWill the right hon. Gentleman explain exactly the meaning of the term "quasi-Dominion status"?
§ The Prime MinisterIt would lead to serious discussion if I expatiated on that subject. I do not understand that Mr. de Valera's Government accepts Dominion status.
§ Sir A. KnoxDoes it not mean that Eire enjoys all the advantages of Dominion status and performs none of the duties?