HC Deb 23 January 1964 vol 687 c1271
Q8. Mr. Stonehouse

asked the Prime Minister if he will make a statement on his discussions with the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany.

The Prime Minister

I would refer the hon. Member to the Answer which I gave the hon. Member for Ashfield (Mr. Warbey) on 21st January.

Mr. Stonehouse

Is not the Prime Minister aware that it is unsatisfactory that his discussions with Dr. Erhard on Britain's resumption of negotiations to go into the Common Market should remain confidential in view of the public speculation? Will the right hon. Gentleman say whether this was discussed with Dr. Erhard and what assurances he gave?

The Prime Minister

No, Sir. Conversations with Prime Ministers and Foreign Ministers of other countries are always confidential.