§ 16. Mr. John Dugdaleasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies when it is proposed to reform the constitution of Mauritius.
§ Colonel StanleyI am in consultation with the Governor on the subject, but I regret that I am not yet in a position to make a statement.
§ Mr. DugdaleIs the Minister aware that, since 1940, the Governor has refused to allow any further elections until the constitution is reformed; and does he not think that is rather a long period?
§ Colonel StanleyNo, Sir, in view of the very great difficulties, of which the hon. Member is no doubt aware, in this particular island.