HC Deb 28 February 1951 vol 484 c2063
2. Mr. Fitzroy Maclean

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies who is now in occupation of Deception Island.

Mr. J. Griffiths

There are both British and Argentine parties established on Deception Island. The British post is under the charge of a magistrate and maintains a meteorological station and a post office.

Mr. Maclean

What steps are being taken to evict these undesirable aliens from British territory?

Mr. Griffiths

No steps have been taken, but His Majesty's Government have indicated that they are quite prepared to let this matter be decided by the International Court.

Commander Noble

How many of those who are there are armed?

Mr. Griffiths

I could not say without notice.