HC Deb 11 June 1940 vol 361 c1155W
Mr. R. Morgan

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what information the British Ambassador in China has forwarded as to a Fifth Column plot to seize control of the International Settlement, and whether he can give details?

Mr. Butler

My Noble Friend is informed that rumours of Nazi and other activities at Shanghai have little foundation and may have been issued to cause alarm and nervousness. The position is being watched.