§ Sir S. Reedasked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether, in view of the Italian claim that their men and machines have joined in the indiscriminate attack on London, it is intended still to treat Rome as an open city, free from aerial bombardment?
§ Mr. ButlerHis Majesty's Government have taken note of the Italian statement that Italian men and aircraft have participated in the bombing of London and they must accordingly reserve full liberty of action in regard to Rome.