HC Deb 07 May 1941 vol 371 cc828-9
3. Mr. Vernon Bartlett

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether, in view of the increasing Nazi menace to Portugal, he can make arrangements for the return to Great Britain of British subjects who have found refuge in that country from other countries that are the victims of Hitler's New Order?

Mr. Eden

These refugees are being repatriated as rapidly as the available transport facilities permit. My hon. Friend will appreciate that there are serious difficulties in the way of providing special shipping for this purpose at the present time. The matter is, however, receiving my close attention, and I hope to be able to communicate with my hon. Friend shortly.

Mr. Bartlett

Is the right hon. Gentleman in communication with the United States Government to see if they can help?

Mr. Eden

I will keep that in mind.