Oral Answers to Questions — Secret Treaties (Publication)

– in the House of Commons am 12:00 am ar 1 Rhagfyr 1947.

Danfonwch hysbysiad imi am ddadleuon fel hyn

Photo of Mr Emrys Hughes Mr Emrys Hughes , South Ayrshire 12:00, 1 Rhagfyr 1947

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs what secret treaties were negotiated during the war; and if they will now be published.

Photo of Mr Christopher Mayhew Mr Christopher Mayhew , Norfolk Southern

All wartime treaties and agreements concluded by His Majesty's Government have now been published except those which were of a military nature or were designed to facilitate the prosecution of the war and which are now either inoperative or of no public interest.

Photo of Mr Emrys Hughes Mr Emrys Hughes , South Ayrshire

In view of the difference of opinion that may exist about whether they will be of public interest, will the Minister reconsider that decision?

Photo of Mr Christopher Mayhew Mr Christopher Mayhew , Norfolk Southern

If the hon. Member has any specific instances in mind, perhaps he will let me know.