§ 11. Viscount SANDONasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he can give a return showing the number of days in the year since, say, 1912, excluding War years, on which Colonial Governors or their deputies entertained sleeping extra-personal guests; how many were entertained in the year; whether any estimate can be given as to the approximate cost involved per year to the holders of such offices; what degree of extra allowances is now given; and whether he will appoint a Committee to investigate the entertainment allowances for all such posts?
§ Mr. AMERYI fear it would not be practicable for me to give the detailed information asked for by my Noble Friend. Entertainment allowances are given to most Governors, and the actual amounts are shown in the Colonial Office List. These allowances come under review from time to time, and I see no necessity for appointing a Committee to inquire into them at present.
§ Viscount SANDONWill the right hon. Gentleman have this matter raised before the Colonial Conference, with a view to considering increased allowances in some cases?
§ Mr. AMERYI do not know that that particular matter can be raised at the Conference, but a great many kindred questions are continually under review.