HC Deb 18 January 1949 vol 460 cc12-3W
70. Mr. McAdam

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he has considered the resolution that was passed at a public meeting in Manchester on 20th December last in regard to an early recognition of the State of Israel, a copy of which has been forwarded to him; and if he will now make a statement.

Mr. Mayhew

This resolution was brought to my right hon. Friend's notice. His Majesty's Government are closely watching developments in relation to Palestine and hope for a successful outcome of the armistice discussions which are at present in progress. The question of recognition of the Jewish State as well as all other aspects of the Palestine problem are under constant review in the light of these more hopeful developments and of the general situation.