HC Deb 23 February 1938 vol 332 c334
12. Mr. Creech Jones

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he proposes now to give instructions that the additional troops stationed in Trinidad since the departure of the Commission to England shall be withdrawn?

The Secretary of State for the Colonies (Mr. Ormsby-Gore)

Yes, Sir. Arrangements are being made for the withdrawal of the troops on 29th March, unless the situation unexpectedly deteriorates before that date.

Mr. de Rothschild

Is there any reason for further apprehension?

Mr. Ormsby-Gore

None that I have heard of. I think the situation is very satisfactory.

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