HC Deb 24 April 1918 vol 105 c975
9. Mr. KING

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he intends to consult representative native opinion before appointing a new Governor of Ceylon?

Mr. HEWINS

No, Sir.

Mr. KING

As this country is fighting for self-determination, could not we make a moderate advance by consulting native populations?

Mr. SPEAKER

The hon. Member had better put down a. further question.