HC Deb 16 May 1927 vol 206 cc884-5
11. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what progress has been made with the proposed harbour for large ships at Haifa, in Palestine; whether all the surveys and the final plans for this harbour have been completed; when the work is expected to be completed; and what is the estimated total cost?

Mr. AMERY

I would refer the hon. and gallant Member to my reply on 21st March to the right hon. and gallant Member for Newcastle-under-Lyme. Steps are being taken with a view to sending out an engineer to prepare detailed plans and estimates.

Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHY

Can the Colonial Secretary give any idea to the House as to when it is expected that the work will begin?

Mr. AMERY

No, Sir. I am afraid it would be difficult to give a precise date.