HC Deb 27 July 1938 vol 338 cc3096-7
51. Mr. Paling

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether the Governor of Northern Rhodesia has completed his consideration of the report of the Commission appointed to inquire into the financial and economic position of Northern Rhodesia; and, if so, what action does he propose to take?

Mr. M. MacDonald

I am informed that the Northern Rhodesian Government is in general agreement with the recommendations made in the report for the expansion of social services and that concrete proposals for carrying them into effect are being prepared.

Mr. Paling

Is immediate action going to be taken to deal with the terrible situation of these people who have no medical facilities whatever, as shown in the report?

Mr. MacDonald

Proposals are now being prepared, and they will be carried into effect at the earliest possible moment.