§ MR. FIELDTo ask the Secretary to the Treasury what length of time has elapsed since the contemplated reorganisation of the Colonial Audit Branch was first considered; whether the scheme of reorganisation is yet decided on; and, if not, when may a decision on the matter be expected.
§ (Answered by Mr. McKenna). The scheme for the reorganisation of the Colonial Audit Branch, under which it will be amalgamated with the Exchequer and Audit Department has now boon generally settled after full consideration by the various departments concerned. It is intended that the Estimate for 1907–8 of the Exchequer and Audit Department will be framed on the new basis.