HC Deb 02 December 1942 vol 385 c1173W
Mr. Stokes

asked the Home Secretary for what reasons an exit permit has been granted to Colonel Viscount Bearsted to proceed to the United States of America; and what special work will be undertaken by Lord Bearsted during his visit?

Mr. Peake

No exit permit was issued in this case since Lord Bearsted is travelling to the United States of America on a mission in the service of the Crown. It would be contrary to practice to give information about the reasons for any particular journey.