HC Deb 12 February 1951 vol 484 cc29-30
53. Mr. Dodds

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if, because of the serious international situation, he will take the initiative in calling a conference of the Great Powers to discuss Germany, the Far East and the preparation of a more effective plan to raise the standard of living in under-developed countries.

Mr. Ernest Davies

I hardly think that this would be advisable in view of the negotiations which are now in progress for possible Four-Power talks.

Mr. Dodds

Is my hon. Friend not aware that the people are getting fed up with waiting while the international situation goes from bad to worse; and does he not agree that much more effective action is needed by this country before the full effects of re-armament drastically reduce the standard of living of our people?