(London, Nov. 11. British Government's object in holding the London discussions is to "give peace and prosperity to Palestine," declared Mr. Malcolm MacDonald, Secretary of State for Colonies. In statement in the House of Commons, the Minister said, "The Government has made clear that they will continue their responsibility y for the government of the whole of Palestine. Their ultimate aim is to give lasting peace and prosperity to the people of th country, and their immediate duty is to establish law and orde throughout the land. They earnestly hope that they will secu the ce-operation of Jews and Arabs alike in promoting peace.
"The Arabs in Palestine are now offered the opportunity of coming to London in company with representatives of neighbouring countries and entering into full and free discussion," he added. "In these circumstances the Government will expect that rebellious activities shall be brought to an end.
If they do not cease, th Government must continue to take all such measures as may Ba necessary to put an end to disorder.
The Labour Opposition Leader, Mr. C. R. Attlee, asked the Colonial Secretary to bear in mind the need for adequate representation of the poorer Arabs and of Jewish labour.
Mr. MacDonald said, "Regarding the representation of Palestinian Arabs, I am in communication with the High Commissioner, but I am not in a position to make q further statement as to arrangements, "The Government reserves the right to refuse to receive leaders whom they regard as responsible for the campaign of assassination and violence.
The Government must exercise this right in the case of the ex-Grand Mufti of Jerusalem, whose record for many years makes him wholly unacceptable."
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