HC Deb 29 May 1945 vol 411 cc22-3
45. Mr. Rhys Davies

asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the fact that the war in Europe is ended, he is now able to give information as to the transfer of vessels of the Royal Navy to the Red Fleet.

The Prime Minister

I will ask the hon. Member to defer this Question, the answer to which would be somewhat lengthy, till next week.

Mr. Rhys Davies

Will the right hon. Gentleman, when he is dealing with British property in this prodigal fashion, remember the promise he made that he would not preside over the liquidation of, the British. Empire, as this is part of the British Empire?

The Prime Minister

This particular episode was part of the process by which the consolidation of the British Empire was achieved.

Mr. Gallacher

When the Prime Minister is preparing an answer to that question, will he also prepare an answer to the question, why he transferred the Secretary of State for Scotland from this House to another place?

Mr. Rhys Davies

Can the Prime Minister assure me that he will not also hand over the Welch Fusiliers to Marshal Tito in the process?

The Prime Minister

I think I can safely go as far as that.