§ 77. Mr. J. Morrisonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what is the estimated total value of British Government property in Palestine; and what sum has so far been realised by disposal.
§ Mr. Rees-WilliamsBritish Government property in Palestine is, with certain minor exceptions, either surplus military stores and equipment or Services fixed assets. With regard to the first part of the Question I would refer the hon. Member to the reply given by the Minister of Defence to the hon. Member for North Blackpool (Mr. Law) on 17th December last. With regard to the second part of the Question, approximately 2½ million pounds was realised by the sale of surplus stores and equipment up to 31st December. Disposal of fixed assets has not yet taken place on a large scale; information regarding the proceeds is not immediately available, and further questions on this subject should be addressed to the Secretary of State for War.