§ Sir WILLIAM DAVISONasked the Secretary of State for War why no compensation has yet been paid to the owners of 44, Holland Park, Kensington, which was commandeered by the War Office in December, 1917; and whether the premises can now be returned to the owners?
§ Mr. FORSTERThe owners' claim for compensation in respect of the military occupation was heard by the Defence of the Realm Losses Commission, who awarded no compensation, but gave an indemnity against rates and tenant's taxes. Steps are being taken to ascertain whether the premises can be surrendered.