Oral Answers to Questions — British Propaganda in Germany.

– in the House of Commons at on 21 February 1940.

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Photo of Mr Reginald Sorensen Mr Reginald Sorensen , Leyton West

asked the Prime Minister whether, in the distribution of propaganda and information to the German people by aeroplane, broadcasting and other means, he has included, and will include, statements concerning the desirable principles of peace and international reconstruction as advocated by the Labour party?

Photo of Mr R.A. Butler Mr R.A. Butler , Saffron Walden

Full prominence is being given in the B.B.C. German programmes to the views of the Labour party, including those expressed in the recent manifesto. The right hon. Gentleman the Leader of the Opposition and other hon. Members opposite have broadcast to Germany, and arrangements are now in progress for a series of broadcasts by Trades Union Council leaders. The sense of the Labour manifesto is, also, being conveyed to Germany by other means at our disposal.

Photo of Mr Reginald Sorensen Mr Reginald Sorensen , Leyton West

Do I take it that the right hon. Gentleman and his Government agree that it is highly desirable that Socialists and others in Germany should be fully acquainted with the proposals of the Labour party with regard to peace?

Photo of Mr R.A. Butler Mr R.A. Butler , Saffron Walden

If we did not we would not take such elaborate steps.

Photo of Mr George Strauss Mr George Strauss , Lambeth North

Does it mean that the Government accept these proposals?

Photo of Mr R.A. Butler Mr R.A. Butler , Saffron Walden

No; the Government are always very cautious.

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