HC Deb 11 December 1929 vol 233 cc449-50
40. Mr. MANDER

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs whether it is proposed to make any change in the status of the High Commissioners of the Dominions?

Mr. LUNN

If, as I assume, the hon. Member's question relates to the functions to be performed by the High Commissioners, on behalf of their respective Governments, in relation to the Government here, this is a matter for each of the Dominion Governments concerned; His Majesty's Government in the United Kingdom are most willing to accord to the High Commissioners in this respect whatever position their Governments may desire that they should occupy.

Mr. MANDER

Is the hon. Gentleman aware of the views expressed on this subject by the late High Commissioner for 'South Africa, and will he give them consideration?

Mr. LUNN

If there is any point that my hon. Friend has with regard to that matter, I will, if he will come to see me, give him all the information that I have.