HC Deb 11 October 1944 vol 403 c1760W
Mr. Barnes

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he is able to state his reasons for establishing the camp for German prisoners of war in East Ham; whether he is aware that it is the cause of some anxiety locally; and whether he will secure other sites further removed from populated areas for this purpose.

Mr. A. Henderson

This camp was available at a time when temporary accommodation had to be found for a considerable influx of prisoners. They are, however, being moved to permanent accommodation before the end of this month.