asked the Minister of Information whether the statements concerning Hungary made by the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs, on Wednesday, 9th July, have been broadcast in the Hungarian transmissions of the British Broadcasting Corporation?

No, Sir. I am, however, grateful to the hon. Member for calling my attention to this omission.

In view of the fact that this was the most important statement made for a long time by any Minister, is it not unfortunate that it was not transmitted to Hungary immediately it was made?