§ Mr. LUNNasked the Secretary of State for India the number of British and Indian troops at present employed in or under orders for Mesopotamia; whether he is aware of the public feeling both in India and this country against the continuance of the military occupation of Mesopotamia; and when it is proposed to affect the withdrawal of these large forces from that country?
§ Mr. FISHERThe first part of this Question should be addressed to the Secretary of State for War. As regards the second part, the Secretary of State for India is aware of the existence of feeling in India as to the prolonged employment of Indian troops in Mesopotamia, and will give it due consideration. The remainder raises a large question of policy which is still under the consideration of His Majesty's Government.