HC Deb 18 December 1947 vol 445 c417W
176. Mr. Hoy

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many attacks have been made by Arabs on transport proceeding along the Jerusalem—Jaffa road since 29th November, 1947; and what arrangements have been made to protect traffic along this highway.

Mr. Rees-Williams

Eleven attacks on Jewish traffic on the Jerusalem—Jaffa road have been reported since 29th November, Road patrols are now maintained on this road and British troops are stationed in support of the police in the Ramleh—Lydda area.