HC Deb 19 May 1915 vol 71 cc2313-4
22. Mr. PENNEFATHER

asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he will say whether the Deutsche Orientbank in Alexandria is confined to the liquidation of affairs actually in existence at the outbreak of War; and whether it is, with the consent of the British Controller, undertaking new business, receiving deposits, and loaning money?

Sir E. GREY

I have no information respecting the conditions under which the Deutsche Orientbank in Alexandria is being permitted to carry on business beyond the fact that the Egyptian Government have appointed a Controller whose principal duty is to safeguard the interests of the depositors in Egypt. I will make inquiries regarding the points raised by the hon. Member and inform him of the result.