HC Deb 22 February 1939 vol 344 cc384-5W
Mr. Porritt

asked the Prime Minister whether the Nanking-Shanghai Railway is still running, and, if so, whether foreigners are allowed to use it?

Mr. Butler

Yes, Sir, but foreigners must obtain permits to travel on it.

Major Procter

asked the Prime Minister whether he has received any appeals from China for credit guarantees; and whether such credits are connected with the League of Nations resolution in favour of the grant of all measures of possible assistance to China?

Mr. Butler

Certain proposals for guarantees in relation to exports to China are under consideration, and in this connection all the various circumstances governing the situation are naturally being examined.