HC Deb 23 February 1933 vol 274 cc1901-2
60. Colonel WEDGWOOD

asked the Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs how the staff of the Protectorates in South Africa is recruited; and whether he will consider appointments from the Colonial Service?

Mr. J. H. THOMAS

Appointments to the services of the territories of the South Africa High Commission are ordinarily made locally in South Africa, but vacancies are filled from time to time by the transfer of officers from the Colonial Service or by appointments from this country.

Colonel WEDGWOOD

Will the right hon. Gentleman say whether the same principles as to our trusteeship of native interests prevail in these Protectorates as in the Colonial Office?

Mr. THOMAS

I should say "Yes," but if there is any specific point upon which my right hon. and gallant Friend desires information perhaps he will put it down.