§ 45. Sir H. BRITTAINasked the Prime Minister if he can inform the House as to what further sections of the Empire are to be visited by the Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs; what time he is to spend in each; and when he is expected back in England?
§ Major Sir GEORGE HENNESSY (Vice-Chamberlain of the Household):I have been asked to reply to this question. The Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs, who is also Secretary of State for the Colonies, arrived in Australia on 10th October, and will, according to present plans, leave for New Zealand on 17th November, reaching New Zealand on 27th November. He will sail for British Columbia on 20th December and it is anticipated that the ship in which he sails will call for a few hours at Suva in the Fiji Islands. He will be in Canada from 5th January until 3rd or 10th February, and he may be expected in England a week later.
§ Sir H. BRITTAINIs it not a fact that the tour is proving the greatest possible success?
§ Lieut. - Commander KENWORTHYCan it not be arranged for other Members of the Cabinet to make a similar tour?