Italy’s acceptance of the view that the Mediterranean accord does not preclude termination or variation of Britain’s mandate over Palestine on condition that this is done by constitutional means does not imply that any particular procedure has been agreed upon or discussed, the House of Commons was told today by Foreign Affairs Undersecretary Richard A. Butler. The question was raised by Geoffrey Mander, Liberal.
Article 22 of the League Covenant and 27 of the Mandate, Mr. Butler declared, preclude termination or modification of the Mandate without consent of the League Council. He said the British Government intends to consult the League on any proposals for either ending or changing the Mandate. He denied other possible constitutional machinery outside the League was involved.
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