47. Mr. PALMERasked whether the fact that Great Britain has become a mandatory power under the League of Nations for the restoration of the Jews to Palestine will involve any new charge upon the taxpayers of this country.
§ Mr. BONAR LAWThe assumption of a mandate for Palestine by this country would not necessarily involve any new charge upon the taxpayers. It is impossible to state whether or not it may be found necessary hereafter to ask Parliament to approve any expenditure from Votes in connection with this mandate.
§ Captain W. BENNAre these mandates properly conferred by the Supreme Council or only properly conferred by the League of Nations?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWI presume that my hon. Friend has read the Treaty. They can be properly conferred by the Council of the Allies, but they have to be confirmed by the League of Nations.
§ Mr. BILLINGHow long is it proposed to keep in existence this Gilbertian league?