§ 69. Mr. G. Straussasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether any progress has been made in the discussions between this country and the U.S.A. on the international post-war currency plans; and whether he can make a statement.
§ Sir J. AndersonI am not in a position to make any statement at present.
§ Mr. StraussHas any agreement or understanding been arrived at between the officials conducting these negotiations?
§ Sir J. AndersonI do not think I ought to commit myself on any point of detail in advance of the general statement.
§ Mr. StraussAre the Government in a position now to consider the proposals and to make any statement to the House in the near future?
§ Sir J. AndersonThe Government are considering the proposals.
73. Sir Irving Albertasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he can give any information concerning the invitation issued by the United States Treasury to 44 countries to attend an international monetary conference.
§ Sir J. AndersonMy hon. Friend is doubtless referring to certain reports appearing in the Press; so far as I am aware these reports are premature.