HC Deb 22 April 1909 vol 3 c1656
Mr. JOHN ROBERTSON

asked whether the modifications made in the Egyptian Provincial Councils Draft Scheme during its progress through the Legislative Council are to be accepted in whole or in part by the Egyptian Government.

The HON. MEMBER

also asked whether an official committee is at present sitting at Cairo for the elaboration of a scheme to establish a municipality there; whether the scheme has yet taken shape; and whether it will be submitted to the Legislative Council for approval?

Sir E. GREY

The matters referred to in both the hon. Member's questions are dealt with in Sir Eldon Gorst's Annual Report, which has been received, and will shortly be laid.