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Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at on 9 December 1942.

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Photo of Mr Anthony Eden Mr Anthony Eden , Warwick and Leamington

The mistakes were certainly not made by Civil servants nor by Members of the House. I understand that a mistake was made by certain persons employed by the Press. I have been into this very carefully and have done my best to present an objective and fair account of the position. I have not so much thought of what has happened as about future practice. I have tried to lay down a general principle which, if followed, will, I hope, obviate this kind of thing in future.