HC Deb 27 January 1943 vol 386 cc494-5
43. Mr. Mathers

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies the extent of the American Government's participation in the British-United States of America Caribbean Commission; and whether the United States of America will contribute financially towards the development and welfare in the West Indies?

Colonel Stanley

His Majesty's Government in the United Kingdom and the United States Government participate equally in the Caribbean Commission. I have had an opportunity recently of conferring with the Joint Chairmen, Mr. Taussig and Sir Frank Stockdale, and I was delighted to observe the very cordial spirit of co-operation existing between them. The United States Government do not contribute financially to development and welfare in the British West Indies.