HC Deb 27 April 1939 vol 346 c1342W
Mr. Kennedy

asked the Prime Minister if he is aware of the deep concern in many quarters at the announcement of the recent appointment of the British Ambassador to Washington on account of his pronounced pro-German sympathies and tendencies; and if, in view of existing tension regarding matters of foreign policy, an assurance will be given that those tendencies will not in future be publicly expressed in speech or print?

The Prime Minister

I cannot accept the hon. Member's statements as representing the position. I am confident that this appointment is warmly welcomed both in this country and in the United States.

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