HC Deb 23 June 1924 vol 175 cc26-7
67. Mr. J. HARRIS

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether any interim Report has been received from Mr. Palmer upon the harbour situation at Takoradi; and, if so, whether it will be laid upon the Table of the House?

Mr. THOMAS

I have received a brief interim Report from Mr. Palmer, but I do not propose to take any action until I am in possession of his final Report, which is expected about the end of this month. In these circumstances I do not think it would be advisable to lay the interim Report on the Table.

Mr. HARRIS

Will the right hon Gentleman lay that Report before the Colonial Office Vote is taken.

Mr. THOMAS

I hope to lay the Report, and to take action on it. It is a very serious Report—and I want it in full.