§ 45. Mr. Donnerasked the Prime Minister why the Dominions were not consulted regarding the Agreement relating to Marshall Aid.
§ The Prime MinisterI would refer the hon. Member to the reply which I gave yesterday in answer to a Question by my hon. Friend the Member for Norwood (Mr. Chamberlain).
§ Mr. DonnerDoes not the Prime Minister agree that if at all times, and on every occasion when we have dealings with foreign Powers, we were to act in consultation with the Dominions, our influence in the world would be greater than it is?
§ The Prime MinisterYes. That is just what we do.
§ 54. Mr. Donnerasked the Chancellor of the Exchequer which Colonies have acceded to the Agreement relating to Marshall Aid; and which Dependencies have refused or expressed doubts and/or hesitation on the matter.
§ Sir S. CrippsI would refer the hon. Member to what I stated yesterday on this subject-matter.
§ Mr. DonnerWould the Chancellor make available to the House the observations and comments of every Colonial Government?
§ Sir S. CrippsNo, Sir; I do not think that would be necessary.