HC Deb 02 February 1931 vol 247 cc1464-5W
Mr. MANDER

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he will consider the advisability of entering into negotiations for the abrogation of the treaties of alliance between this country and Portugal and in particular that of 23rd June, 1661, by which this country undertakes to defend and protect Portugal and all Portuguese colonies and to carry out certain military and naval obligations?

Mr. A. HENDERSON

No, Sir. I do not think that the proposed action would be advisable.