HC Deb 12 January 1894 vol 20 c1463
SIR R. TEMPLE (Surrey, Kingston)

I beg to ask the Under Secretary of State for the Colonies whether the report is true that Lobengula is reforming his Army; and whether the Imperial forces are to remain at Imyati, and who is in command there?

MR. S. BUXTON

As regards the first question, we have no confirmation of the report. As regards the second question, there have been just lately changes in the disposition of the forces, and I cannot for the moment state how they are distributed. The hon. Baronet must recollect that the chief responsibility for military operations rests with the Company.

SIR R. TEMPLE

Is there a force at Imyati, and is it to be detained there?

MR. S. BUXTON

I believe there is a police force there. I cannot answer the remainder of the question.