HC Deb 29 June 1925 vol 185 c1989
16. Sir SYDNEY HENN

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he can give the number of bicycles imported into Kenya and Uganda during the years 1922, 1923 and 1924, respectively?

Mr. AMERY

The number of bicycles imported into Kenya and Uganda was 383 in 1928, 2,767 in 1923 and 17,430 in 1924.

Major HORE-BELISHA

How does the right hon. Gentleman account for the increase? For what are the bicycles used?

Mr. AMERY

The natives are acquiring the habit of riding bicycles.