15. Mr. Creech Jonesasked the Undersecretary of State for the Colonies 562 whether consideration has been given to any proposal to employ Italian prisoners in Africa on public works, roads and improvements?
§ The Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies (Mr. George Hall)Yes, Sir. A proposal to employ Italian prisoners of war on the improvement of roads in East Africa is now being considered by the local Governments, the Commander-in-Chief, Middle East, and the War Office.