§ 38. Mr. A. R. W. Lowasked the Secretary of State for War how many Jews and Arabs, respectively, who had been convicted in Palestine of murder, attempted murder and assault on any member of His Majesty's Forces and any person in the employment of the Government of Palestine, and for carrying arms or explosives, were taken into custody by the G.O.C. British troops in Palestine on or before 15th May; how many are still in custody under his control; how many it is intended shall be released before their sentence has expired; and if he will issue a written statement showing the offences committed by these persons.
§ Mr. ShinwellI am obtaining this information and when it has been received I will write to the hon. Member.