HC Deb 25 July 1927 vol 209 cc822-3
11. Colonel DAY

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he has any information as to the casualties re- sulting from the earth tremor which took place in Palestine and Trans-Jordania on 11th July?

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

The latest information as to the casualties and damage caused by the earthquake in Palestine and Trans-Jordan was published on the 19th July. The published statement also gave particulars as to the relief measures that are being taken.

Colonel DAY

Have there been any persons die from the results of their injuries since the publication of that statement on the 19th of July?

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

Not that we have heard.