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Oral Answers to Questions — Diplomatic Service (Brazil and Poland).

– in the House of Commons at on 9 December 1920.

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Photo of Mr Samuel Hoare Mr Samuel Hoare , Chelsea

76.

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether an Ambassador for Brazil and a Minister for Poland have now been appointed?

Mr. HARMSWORTH:

I hope before long to be able to make an announcement on the subject.

Photo of Mr Samuel Hoare Mr Samuel Hoare , Chelsea

Does the hon. Gentleman not think it very injurious to this country that there should be all this delay?

Mr. HARMSWORTH:

I can assure my hon. and gallant Friend that this matter has received a good deal of careful consideration at the Foreign Office.

Photo of Mr Samuel Hoare Mr Samuel Hoare , Chelsea

Can the hon. Gentleman say what is the reason for this delay of many weeks?

Mr. HARMSWORTH:

These are very important appointments, and the fullest consideration must be given before they are made.

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