asked the Prime Minister whether, in any agreement which may be reached between His Majesty's Government and the Government of the union of Socialist Soviet Republics, he will insist that the independence of Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Armenia shall be recognised and their democratic Governments restored?

I have nothing to add to the reply which I gave to the hon. and gallant Member in reply to his supplementary question on 18th February.

Will not the right hon. Gentleman use his influence to secure the withdrawal of the Red Armies so that there may be an opportunity of some form of home rule?

I am always glad to use my influence for any legitimate purpose.

Will the right hon. Gentleman use his influence to bring about religious tolerance in the countries in question?

We must not discuss the internal affairs of foreign countries.