London, Dec. 6.
It is understood in well-informed circles here that British firms have sent a number of planes to Finland.
This action is consonant with the strictest legal British rights, and it is pointed out that Britain is following the examples set by countries neutral to the Soviet-Finnish conflict.
In this connection, it is reliably confirmed that from fifty to sixty Italian planes arrived in Helsinki today. It is not yet known whether these machines were refuelled during their passage through Germany.
The Finnish question remains the chief preoccupation in diplomatic and parliamentary circles in London where it is believed that during the winter Finland's resistance will be stronger and Soviet attacks very difficult, especially in view of the help in finances and supplies that Finland is receiving and will continue to receive from many countries.
The Labour Council will examine the Finnish problem at its meeting tomorrow. It is expected to condemn categorically Soviet Russia's act of aggression, ard issue a public declaration to this effect. However, it will not favour any sanctions against Russia.
Political circles here declare that the chief problem is to help Finland by all legal means while at the same time keeping an eye on the Balkans where the Soviet threat is looming ever larger.—Havas,
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