HC Deb 08 February 1939 vol 343 c923
9. Mr. A. Henderson

asked the Prime Minister whether he can now state the numerical strength of the Italian forces at present in Libya?

The Prime Minister

According to information now received from the Italian Government, the numerical strength of the Italian forces at present in Libya is between 30,000 and 32,000.

Mr. Cocks

Has the Prime Minister any information about German troops which have been sent to Libya recently?

Sir A. Sinclair

Can the Prime Minister say whether the reduction of the number of Italian troops in Libya is taking place at the rate of 1,000 a week in accordance with the provisions of the Anglo-Italian Agreement?

The Prime Minister

I cannot say without notice.

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