HC Deb 14 September 1909 vol 10 cc1911-2
Mr. JOYNSON-HICKS

asked whether the Jam of Nawanagar was a ruling prince in India; and whether such Jam could only come to England with the permission of the Secretary of State?

The MASTER of ELIBANK

His Highness the Jam of Nawanagar is a ruling prince or chief governing his own territories under the suzerainty of His Majesty. The permission of the Secretary of State is not required to His Highness visiting England; but such visits would be arranged by Indian princes in communication with the Government of India.

Major RENTON

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that this chief is alleged to owe a great deal of money to small local tradespeople in Sussex?

Mr. DEPUTY-SPEAKER

That does not arise out of the question.

Mr. JOYNSON-HICKS

Would the hon. Gentleman be prepared to receive and consider representations from responsible Members of this House before arranging any further visits of this prince?

The MASTER of ELIBANK

I am afraid the answer I have given must suffice. I have stated that these visits are made only in communication with the Government of India, not that there are any definite arrangements.

Mr. J. D. REES

Is not the Jam referred to in the question a better jam for Indian consumption in proportion as it is preserved in India?