§ Mr. Prittasked the Secretary of State for War why £4,700 was spent on conversion of Lone Palm holiday camp, at Sidi Bishr, in April and May last; how much has been spent in conversion or improvements since that date; and how long it is proposed to maintain this camp.
§ Mr. BellengerWhen we left Lebanon we lost the use of the leave camp at Beyrout. Sidi Bishr was the camp most readily available and suitable and it was therefore converted for the sum mentioned, which was drawn from E.F.I. funds. There has been no further expenditure on construction or conversion. The camp closed on 16th November after about 10,000 men on leave had passed through. I am satisfied that the expenditure was reasonable for the valuable facilities for rest and relaxation which resulted.