asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the uneasiness felt in the country with regard to Soviet propaganda here and in our Dominions, he will consider giving a day to discuss the matter?

Lieut.-Colonel Sir F. HALL:

asked the Prime Minister whether, before the House rises, an evening can be set aside for the discussion of the present relations of this country with Russia, with special regard to the trade results which have followed from the treaties and agreements now in force, and the extent to which the staff and organisation of the various official Soviet delegations have been used for other than legitimate diplomatic and trading purposes?

In view of the congestion of public business, I see no prospect of time being given for this discussion.

Does not the right hon. Gentleman consider, as this is a question of public importance and there is very strong feeling in the country, some sort of time might be given?

There are, unfortunately, many more questions of public importance than time can be found for at present, but it is always open to hon. Members to raise this or any other question on the Adjournment or on the Consolidated Fund Bill.

Sir F. HALL:

Does the right hon. Gentleman think there are many questions of much more importance than this insidious propaganda against the interests of the country?

That is a matter of debate.

Sir F. HALL:

On a point of Order. On a matter of importance such as this, are we not entitled to have an answer whether the Government do not think it-is of sufficient importance?

The answer has been given.