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German Legation, Eire.

Oral Answers to Questions — West Indies. – in the House of Commons at on 15 October 1941.

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Dr. Russell Thomas:

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs whether he can give information in regard to the numbers employed at the German Legation in Eire?

Photo of Mr George Hall Mr George Hall , Merthyr Tydfil Aberdare

I have been asked to reply. I understand that the official staff of the German Legation in Eire is composed of six persons, together with three typists.

Dr. Thomas:

Can my hon. Friend say what is the nationality of these employees?

Photo of Mr George Hall Mr George Hall , Merthyr Tydfil Aberdare

No, Sir. I could not say without notice.

Photo of Mr George Strauss Mr George Strauss , Lambeth North

Could the Minister say what the unofficial staff consists of?

Photo of Mr George Hall Mr George Hall , Merthyr Tydfil Aberdare

No, Sir. I have no knowledge of the unofficial staff. I am dealing with the official staff.

Photo of Mr David Logan Mr David Logan , Liverpool Scotland

Can the hon. Gentleman tell me what use they are there?

Photo of Mr Philip Noel-Baker Mr Philip Noel-Baker , Derby

Can the hon. Gentle-may say whether the German Government also maintain consulates in different parts of Ireland, including the ports?

Dr. Thomas:

Can my hon. Friend give any information as to whether the employees have passports allowing them to cross over the Ulster border?

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