§ COLONEL BRIDGEMAN (Bolton)asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies, Whether the Government propose to take any steps to capitalise the annual tribute paid by Cyprus to Turkey, in order to lighten the heavy burden pressing upon the inhabitants of Cyprus, and to relieve the English taxpayers of the annual Vote for the Grant in Aid?
§ THE SECRETARY OF STATE (Mr. E. STANHOPE) (Lincolnshire, Horncastle)This subject is one of great interest and importance, and is occupying our careful attention. My hon. and gallant Friend knows very well that, however desirable, it is surrounded with much difficulty, and I cannot yet say whether any practicable arrangement can be come to; but we are in communication with the Treasury upon the subject.