13. Mr. Creech Jonesasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether, whilst Lord Hailey is discussing forms of government in the Dependencies with 947 Government officials and others, it is also proposed that he should seize the opportunity of discussing the subject with native chiefs and councils?
Mr. M. MacDonaldAs was indicated in the announcement published on 27th January, Lord Hailey's visit is informal in character. The procedure which he adopts in studying aspects of native administration in the Dependencies which he is visiting in West, East and Central Africa is a matter for his discretion. The Governors of those territories will undoubtedly afford him every facility that he may desire for discussion with Africans as well as Europeans, whether official or unofficial.
Mr. Creech JonesWill the right hon. Gentleman put the suggestion to Lord Hailey that this type of consultation might be included in his work?
Mr. MacDonaldI am certain that Lord Hailey has that in mind. In fact, he has had such consultations during his visit to West Africa, which is already completed.