What had the British government's position on a Jewish "homeland" in Palestine been since World War I?

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The British government, since World War I, had been in favor of establishing a Jewish "homeland" in Palestine, as evidenced by the Balfour Declaration of 1917. However, their support often fell short of helping to build the necessary national institutions, leading to a complex and sometimes contentious relationship with both Jewish and Arab communities in the region.

What Had the British Government's Position on a Jewish "Homeland