§ 52. Mr. Fernyhoughasked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs how many British ships have been detained by the Chinese Nationalists during this last six months; and what are the number and names of those still detained.
§ Mr. Ernest DaviesTen British ships have been detained by the Chinese Nationalist authorities in the last six months. Seven have been released and three at present remain under detention, the "Caduceus," the "Nam Bee" and the "Northern Glow." It has been reported that the "Caduceus" will shortly be released. His Majesty's Consul at Tamsui is making urgent representations to the Provincial authorities in Formosa in order to secure the release of the remaining two vessels.