HC Deb 05 March 1928 vol 214 cc800-1
20. Sir CLEMENT KINLOCH-COOKE

asked the Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs how many persons have been migrated since the Empire Settlement Act of 1922 came into operation: and what is the average cost per migrant to the Exchequer?

Mr. AMERY

The total number of persons assisted under the Empire Settlement Act, 1922, up to 31st December, 1927, was 251,794. The average cost per migrant was £13 16s.