HC Deb 28 November 1956 vol 561 c37W
74. Mr. Ness Edwards

asked the Minister of Defence how many units of the British Forces have been engaged in military action by land, air, or sea, in the Sinai, Rafah, or Gaza area since 30th October.

Mr. Head

During the recent action one cruiser, one "Daring" class ship and two frigates of the Royal Navy were operating in the northern Red Sea and the Gulf of Suez. There were no other British forces in the areas mentioned.

75. Mr. Ness Edwards

asked the Minister of Defence how many British troops were located at or in the vicinity of Gaza on 2nd November, 1956.

Mr. Head

None.