§ Captain Markhamasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether Customs Duty is still being charged on small parcels to and from soldiers serving in Palestine; and whether any consultations with the Government of Palestine are in progress?
Mr. M. MacDonaldI understand that Customs Duty is being charged on parcels sent to soldiers serving in Palestine or by them to persons in this country. I am in communication with the High Commissioner as to the possibility of the Government of Palestine granting some concession on parcels sent to members of His Majesty's Forces serving in Palestine. The question of a concession on parcels sent to this country is one for the Chancellor of the Exchequer.