HC Deb 22 December 1937 vol 330 c1960
38. Mr. Creech Jones

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether there is any proposal in the coming year to repatriate a further number of Indians from British Guiana?

Mr. Ormsby-Gore

Yes, Sir. Arrangements for chartering a ship for that purpose are at present under consideration.

Mr. Creech Jones

In view of the anxiety felt by the Indians in this territory in regard to this proposal, should there not be some hesitation before repatriation is carried out; and will the right hon. Gentleman receive representations on the matter?

Mr. Ormsby-Gore

I understand that no Indian is repatriated against his will. I also understand that there are 600 Indians who wish to return to their homes.