HC Deb 23 July 1930 vol 241 cc2127-8
18. Mr. MANDER

asked the Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies, if he is aware that one of the unofficial Turkish elected members of the Cyprus Legislative Council is a Government official; and if he will consider the advisability of altering this arrangement?

Dr. SHIELS

I am aware that one of these members holds a public office, but he is not a Government official in the ordinary sense. The answer to the latter part of the question is in the negative.

Mr. MANDER

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that this arrangement is causing great dissatisfaction in Cyprus, and will he make inquiries?

Dr. SHIELS

No, I am not aware of that fact at all. This gentleman has charge of certain Turkish charitable trusts. The position is perfectly legal, the matter has been inquired into several times, and the arrangement may be regarded as quite a proper one.

Mr. GRAHAM WHITE

Is the hon. Gentleman satisfied that this is a satisfactory arrangement?

Dr. SHIELS

Yes.