§ Captain P. MACDONALDasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether the negotiations with the representatives of the Union of Socialist Soviet Republics have progressed to a stage which allows him to make any statement; and, if not, whether he can say when the negotiations are likely to show a practical result?
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Mr. A. HENDERSONI assume that the hon. and gallant Member refers to the negotiations now proceeding for the settlement of claims, debts and counterclaims. These negotiations have not yet reached a stage at which any statement can usefully be made.