§ 26. Mr. Lunnasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he will see that due consideration is given to the demand of the Ceylon Indian Association for eight seats for Indians in a Council of 68, for the grant of the franchise to Indians on a basis of five years' residence, and for an inquiry by the Parliamentary Committee?
§ The Secretary of State for the Colonies (Mr. Malcolm MacDonald)As I have made clear in my despatch of 10th November, which has been presented to Parliament, I am awaiting the completion of the debate in the State Council of Ceylon before giving further consideration to these matters. I can assure the hon. Member that the suggestions to which he refers will be given due consideration.