§ 43. Dr. Segalasked the Secretary of State for War what were the maximum and minimum numbers of British troops in charge of the Jewish Detainee Camps in Cyprus; and how many civilians were employed in connection with these camps.
§ The Under-Secretary of State for War (Mr. Michael Stewart)The greatest number of troops directly employed in running these camps was some 370 all ranks; this number has now been reduced to about 240 all ranks. The greatest number of civilians so employed was some 65, now reduced to about 40.
§ Dr. SegalWould my hon. Friend consider the granting of home leave to some of these troops after their harrowing experiences on the Island?
§ Mr. StewartI will consider that, but my hon. Friend will realise that that is contrary to general practice and policy