HC Deb 25 November 1946 vol 430 c1239
14. Major Mott-Radclyffe

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether any plans have yet been made for the British Council to establish an office in Sofia.

Mr. Mayhew

Yes, Sir. Staff is being selected, and it is hoped to open an office very shortly.

Major Mott-Radclyffe

Is the Under-Secretary aware that there is a great demand for English newspapers and books in Bulgaria, and that up to date these have only been available through the courtesy of the American Library of Information?

Mr. Mayhew

I am aware of that, and in particular of the need for books, but we are pursuing this matter and, as I have said, an office will shortly be opened.

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