Documents Relating to New Zealand's Participation in the Second World War 1939–45: Volume I
9 May 1940
With reference to your telegram of 5 May (No. 136), it is suggested that most close contact be maintained on this matter. The following telegram has been sent to the United Kingdom Government:
The appreciation by the Chiefs of Staff contained in your telegram (No. 135) has been fully considered by the War Cabinet, and, in so far as matters calling for immediate decision are concerned, the following are our conclusions and observations: