HC Deb 09 May 1922 vol 153 cc1984-5
16. Lieut.-Colonel Sir F. HALL

asked the Secretary of State for War if he will give particulars of the British troops now in Palestine and the periods for which they have been stationed there; and if he will state whether they are quartered in barracks or under canvas?

Sir R. SANDERS

The British Army Garrison in Palestine consists at present, besides ancillary services, of the following units, which arrived in the country at various dates in 1920 and 1921:

  • The Royal Scots Greys (2nd Dragoons).
  • 13th Pack Battery, Royal Garrison Artillery.
  • 2nd Battalion, Prince of Wales' Volunteers (South Lancashire).
  • 20th Army Troops Company, Royal Engineers.
  • 4th Armoured Car Company.
Nearly the whole of these troops are accommodated in huts and the remainder are under canvas.

Sir F. HALL

What is the object of these men being there? What have they to do?

Sir R. SANDERS

That is a big question of policy.

Sir F. HALL

What is the policy of the Government with regard to Palestine?

Sir R. SANDERS

That question should be addressed to the Prime Minister.

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