asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs whether he can make a statement as to the present position of the negotiations concerning extra-territoriality in China; and what is now the position of British subjects in China in relation thereto?

The negotiations on this subject are still proceeding. As stated in answer to the hon. Member for Willesden East (Mr. D. G. Somerville) on the 5th of February, British subjects remain in full enjoyment of their treaty rights until such time as the treaties now in force may have been modified by mutual consent.

May I take it that the Foreign Secretary is having special regard to the present disturbed conditions in China, before he makes any arrangement in the matter?

We have great confidence in our own representative on the spot, and he will no doubt keep us advised on all aspects of the matter.

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that, although that may be the case, no one has any confidence in the Government?