§ 36. Colonel Lyonsasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is aware of the serious overcrowding of patients at the Mulago Hospital in Uganda; and what steps are proposed by way of immediate remedy.
§ Colonel StanleyYes, Sir. A free grant of £477,500 has been made under the Colonial Development and Welfare Act for the construction of a new hospital of 1,100 beds. The Governor proposes to increase the present accommodation to 700 beds in temporary buildings while the new hospital is under construction.
§ Colonel LyonsMay I ask my right hon. and gallant Friend whether he has given instructions for this matter to be pressed on with all possible speed?
§ Colonel StanleyI do not need to give instructions. The Governor himself is perfectly aware of the necessity for expedition.