HC Deb 25 April 1911 vol 24 c1568
Mr. DILLON

asked if the Foreign Secretary can state for how long a period it is expected that Sir Eldon Gorst will be absent from Egypt; and who is in charge of the British Consulate during his absence?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

It is impossible to say precisely when Sir Eldon Gorst's health will. permit him to return to Egypt. During his absence, which I hope will not be a long one, His Majesty's Agency and Consulate-General will, in accordance with the usual practice, be in the charge of the Acting-Councillor.

Mr. DILLON

Will the hon. Member give me the name of the Consulate-General in charge during Sir Eldon Gorst's absence?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

I will communicate with the hon. Member.

Mr. DILLON

Is Sir Eldon Gorst in England now?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

Sir Eldon Gorst has left Egypt, but I do not know whether he has arrived in England.

Mr. DILLON

asked the right hon. Gentleman if he will state when Sir Eldon Gorst's Annual Report on the affairs of Egypt will be laid upon the Table?

Mr. McKINNON WOOD

I hope to lay Sir Eldon Gorst's Report on the Table on 10th May.