22 APRIL 1922, Page 2

Mr. Lloyd George on Tuesday tried to reassure the French

public by declaring that he was anxious to work in harmony with France. He said with truth that Great Britain had in fact given up many points on which she set store in order to work with France, and that he had been criticized for yielding too much- to French views. The mainspring of British policy was the same as before. " Great Britain is definitely opposed to all ascenclancies in Europe. She desires peace in Europe and believes that to be the great common interest." All parties in this country would, we think, subscribe to this definition of British policy. The Prime Minister can count on the good Will of every sober citizen in his efforts to attain a durable peace.