§ 36. Mr. MORGAN JONES (for Mr. D. GRENFELL)asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies, in view of the recommendation of the Joint Committee on East Africa that the nominated representation of native opinion on the Legislative Council be increased without prejudice to the power of the Governor at his discretion to nominate persons of African descent whom he considers suitable, whether the appointment of Mr. Hemsted is to be followed by further nominations?
§ Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTERThe appointment of Mr. Hemsted is in accordance with the recommendation of the Joint Select Committee that the nominated representation of natives should be increased. I should like to take this opportunity of expressing my thanks to Mr. Hemsted for undertaking this duty, an appreciation which will I know be shared by all Members who know him and his record of service.