§ 2. Mr. Boothbyasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he can give any further information regarding the present position in Tangier?
§ 3. Mr. Martinasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether, in view of the recent disturbances in Tangier, he is satisfied that the threat to British and international interests by Spanish policy no longer exists?
§ Mr.EdenHis Majesty's Consul-General has been informed that up to 5th June between 70 and 80 out of some 200 persons arrested, none of whom were British subjects, had already been set free. I understand that no fresh arrests have been made this month and further releases of those arrested are being effected day by day. Meanwhile His Majesty's Government have received a communication from the Spanish Government stating that the measures adopted in Tangier were taken without any desire to prejudice British interests and that it is the earnest desire of the Spanish Government to find a satisfactory solution. His Majesty's Government have taken note of this communication.
§ Mr. BoothbyIs my right hon. Friend satisfied that Jew baiting has ceased for the time being?
§ Mr. EdenAll the information that I have is what I have given in the answer, which is that releases have taken place. My hon. Friend will bear in mind that His Majesty's Government have already drawn the attention of the Spanish Government to the bad impression caused here by these events.
§ Mr. LipsonAre any of those who are still under arrest British subjects?