HC Deb 29 October 1945 vol 415 cc200-1W
Mr. S. Shephard

asked the Prime Minister whether, in order that Members of Parliamentmay obtain first-hand knowledge of conditions and problems in the various parts of the British Empire, the Government will grant facilities for official visits to be made on a greater scale than in the past.

The Prime Minister

His Majesty's Government welcome all measures designed to promote a better understanding between the peoples of the British Commonwealth. As regards visits by Members of Parliament the hon. and gallant Member will no doubt be aware of the long-standing arrangements made by the Empire Parliamentary Association for visits by Parliamentary delegations within the Commonwealth and Empire.