23 APRIL 1831, Page 8

The rumours of an intention on the part of the

Belgium Go- vernment to offer the crown of the Netherlands to Prince Leopold appear to be confirmed by the arrival in England of a deputation, at the head of which is FELIX MERODE, with a view to learn the sentiments of the Prince on the subject. They have had a long interview with his Highness ; but with what success their em- bassy has been prosecuted, we do not pretend to say.