§ 75. Mr. D. GRENFELLasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many houses in Jerusalem are without direct water supply for washing and/or drinking; what immediate action is being taken to deal with the present shortage of water in the town; and when it is anticipated that the municipality will be able to furnish the town with an adequate water supply?
§ Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTERI have no information as to the number of houses in Jerusalem without direct water supply. I understand that, in view of the present shortage, steps have been taken to ration the inhabitants. A comprehensive scheme for the provision of an enlarged supply from a new source, to be undertaken by the Government of Palestine in co-operation with the municipality, is at present under active examination, both in its technical and in its financial aspects. It is estimated that it will take two years to complete the scheme.