HC Deb 15 July 1946 vol 425 cc155-7W
115. Mr. Gammans

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if, in order to assist the problem of displaced Jews in

referred in my reply to the hon. Member of 25th June. The totals are given in respect of whole-time staff, including regional as well as headquarters staff, as at 1st June, 1945, and 1st June, 1946. The figures for the Service Departments include home, but not overseas commands. Most of the totals of annual cost are approximate.

Europe, he is prepared to renew the offer made by His Majesty's Government in 1939 to provide land and the necessary facilities for Jewish group settlement in British Guiana.

Mr George Hall:

The proposal presents difficulties and has been the subject of much inquiry in the past, but His Majesty's Government will give the matter further consideration if it is clear that this is desired by responsible Jewish authorities.