HC Deb 05 December 1956 vol 561 cc1235-6
39. Mr. Benn

asked the Minister of Defence to what extent Supreme Allied Command established for the Anglo-French forces at the Headquarters in Cyprus extended its authority to French personnel in Israel.

Mr. Head

To no extent whatever.

Mr. Benn

In that case, can the Minister of Defence please tell the House why the Anglo-French Command in Cyprus authorised French pilots to fly from Cyprus to Israel to train the Israeli Air Force, after the ultimatum had been given?

Mr. Head

I know of no such authorisation from Cyprus.