HC Deb 18 May 1914 vol 62 cc1555-6
1. Mr. AUBREY HERBERT

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he can give the House any information regarding the many thousands of refugees from the Kolonia district who are now arriving at Koritza; and whether any steps can be taken to relieve their sufferings?

The UNDER-SECRETARY of STATE for FOREIGN AFFAIRS (Mr. Acland)

I have received reports to the effect that large numbers of refugees have left the Kolonia district, but I have no details on the subject. The British delegate on the International Commission of Control is now in Northern Epirus. I am not aware what funds remain to him out of the Grant made by His Majesty's Government for the relief of distress in Albania, but he will doubtless do what is possible to alleviate suffering.

Sir J. D. REES

Has the Secretary of State received a memorial from the All-Indian Moslem Association on this subject?

Mr. ACLAND

Not to my knowledge. I will inquire, and let the hon. Member know.