§ Major Beamishasked the Minister of Supply what is the total estimated value of British stores and equipment in Palestine, of which he is disposing; whether the majority of such stores is being sold by private treaty or public tender; and whether he is satisfied that the system he is employing will not result in needlessly heavy losses to British taxpayers.
§ Mr. G. R. StraussIt is not possible to estimate the value of surpluses in course of disposal and of those yet to be declared. Sales are normally by competitive tender, and I am satisfied that the methods of disposal are producing the maximum revenue.