HC Deb 27 January 1943 vol 386 c495
44. Mr. Mathers

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what response has been received from Colonial Governments to his despatch of 5th June, 1941, suggesting the putting in hand of preparations for post-war reconstruction and promising the provision of any necessary key personnel?

Colonel Stanley

The circular despatch mentioned did hot call for specific replies, but was in the nature of a general direction. For an appreciation of the present situation I would refer to my reply to the Hon. Member for West Leyton (Mr. Sorensen) on 20th January.