Mr. David Adamsasked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether, in view of the permission granted for medical stores and Red Cross outfit for China to pass over the Burma Road, he will equally consider granting permission for the petrol necessary to operate the lorries and ambulances which convey them.
§ Sir E. Graham-Littleasked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether, in view of the difficulties of transport in the interior of China and of the requests made to him, he will take steps to ensure that, in addition to the free passage of medical supplies, the transit by the Burma Road of ambulances and other motor vehicles intended for Red Cross work, and a reasonable supply of petrol for their continuous functioning, will be permitted.
§ Mr. ButlerThe question of facilities for Red Cross work in China, including the provision of petrol, is under active consideration.