HC Deb 01 July 1936 vol 314 cc384-5
22. Mr. MAXTON

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is able to announce the names of the members of the Palestine Commission?

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

The composition of the Royal Commission is engaging my attention, but I am not yet in a position to make any announcement.

Mr. BOOTHBY

In view of the present position in Palestine, will the right hon. Gentleman consider postponing the sending out of this Commission?

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

I would have notice of that question.

Mr. MAXTON

In view of the present position in Palestine, will the right hon. Gentleman consider expediting the sending of the Commission

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

In view of the present position in Palestine, it is quite obvious that the Commission cannot go there.

Captain PETER MACDONALD

Does the right hon. Gentleman adhere to the statement he made the other day that in no circumstances would he send the Commission out until law and order are restored?

Mr. ORMSBY-GORE

That is the policy.

Mr. GALLACHER

If the right hon. Gentleman withdrew the troops, would not the position be quite clear for the Commission to go?