HC Deb 06 August 1940 vol 363 cc56-7W
Mr. Lipson

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he is aware that a high-placed German official has recently arrived in Mexico: and whether effective steps are being taken to counteract his activities?

Mr. Butler

I have no authoritative information in regard to the arrival in Mexico of such an official. In any case I can assure the hon. Member that British representatives in neutral countries watch closely for any anti-British propaganda put out by enemy agents and can be relied on to take all steps that lie in their power to counteract such activities.

Mr. Lipson

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether there will be any further delay in arriving at a decision to resume diplomatic relations with the Mexican Government?

Mr. Butler

His Majesty's Government are considering the terms of their reply to a recent indirect approach from the Mexican Government. Consideration is also being given to the best means of entering into direct contact with the Mexican Government.