§ 45. Mr. P. Freemanasked the Prime Minister whether he will give an assurance that, in the financial discussions now taking place in Washington, no decisions regarding shipping will be taken without consultation with British shipping interests.
§ The Prime Minister (Mr. Attlee)The financial talks at Washington are not specifically related to shipping. I cannot promise that all private interests likely to be affected will be consulted before the Government reaches a decision. There will, of course, be opportunity for Debate.
§ Mr. FreemanWill the right hon. Gentleman give any indication of when the discussions will be completed?
§ The Prime MinisterNo, Sir.