HC Deb 15 February 1939 vol 343 c1719
67. Mr. Jagger

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is aware that a new Sedition Ordinance has been introduced in the Trinidad Legislature containing drastic provisions; and what local circumstance or condition has led to this Ordinance being introduced?

Mr. M. MacDonald

I am aware that it is proposed to introduce a new Sedition Bill into the Trinidad Legislature. The Bill, which is based upon the law of this country, has been prepared to define more clearly the law relating to sedition. It has not been occasioned by any particular local circumstance.

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