§ 16. Mr. LANSBURYasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he can inform the House of the result of 825 the trial which took place on 7th July of six persons charged with taking part in an alleged unauthorised demonstration at Tel-Aviv, Palestine, on 19th February, 1927; and will he inquire into the matter with a view to the remission of the sentences?
§ Mr. ORMSBY-GOREI have no information on the subject. With regard to the second part of the question, the power to remit sentences is vested, under Article 16 of the Palestine Order in Council, in the High Commissioner.
§ Miss LAWRENCEWill the right hon. Gentleman make inquiries and report on what happened at Tel-Aviv?
§ Mr. ORMSBY-GOREYes. Inquiries are being made.