§ Mr. W. J. Brownasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is aware of the discontent among the Palistine police because of the failure to give them the periodical leave to which they were entitled under the terms of their engagement; why no provision has been made for wives to join their husbands; and whether he will go into the matter.
§ Colonel StanleyUnder war conditions it has not been possible to grant leave, apart from local leave, to members of the British Section of the Palestine Police except in exceptional circumstances such as on compassionate grounds. Arrangements have, however, recently been made under which 50 men a month will be granted leave to the United Kingdom. With regard to the second part of the Question, there are in present circumstances obvious difficulties, but passages are being provided for wives as and when the shipping situation permits.