§ 48. Mr. Alportasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he will make a statement regarding the movement of troops from Aden into the Protectorate areas and Trucial Oman.
§ Mr. LytteltonThere has been a small force of local levies for the past few years in Trucial Oman, the rulers of which area are in treaty relations with Her Majesty's Government. The force is being increased temporarily by a small detachment of Aden Protectorate levies until recruiting has brought it up to the necessary strength.
§ Mr. AlportDoes my hon. Friend's answer mean that the total forces which are to be stationed in Trucial Oman will not be more than has been the case in the past?
§ Mr. LytteltonBroadly speaking, I think that that is true, but I should not like my answer to be regarded as accurate to a man.