HC Deb 05 December 1935 vol 307 c297
64. Mr. BANFIELD

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether any schemes are in contemplation for water-boring in East Africa, in order to obtain a supply of pure water for drinking purposes for the natives?

Mr. THOMAS

Yes, Sir. I am pleased to inform the hon. Member that a number of schemes are either in progress or in contemplation.

Mr. J. J. DAVIDSON

Is the drinking of pure water confined to natives?

Mr. THOMAS

I hope not.