HC Deb 17 February 1942 vol 377 cc1644-5
45. Mr. Purbrick

asked the Prime Minister whether, in considering the question of giving representation in the British War Council to a representative of the Australian or any other Dominion Government, he will first take into consideration to what extent their war co-operation has been for service overseas or only for their home forces; and how far it has been a question of individuals volunteering as compared with national action by the Dominion?

The Prime Minister

I do not think it would be desirable to act as my hon. Friend suggests.

Major Lyons

Will the Prime Minister take this opportunity to reconsider the whole question of the formation of a real Empire War Cabinet?

The Prime Minister

I have nothing to add to what I have said on the subject on various occasions.