HC Deb 28 November 1945 vol 416 c1300
9. Mr. Turton

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many Italians have been granted permission to work in Nigeria since the capitulation of Italy.

Mr. George Hall

Twelve, Sir.

Mr. Turton

Will the Minister give an assurance that the Africans and the men who fought in the West African Forces will be given priority over the Italians?

Mr. Hall

Their needs are apparent.

10. Mr. Turton

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether, since the termination of hostilities, any Italians have been granted permission to trade or otherwise carry on business in Nigeria.

Mr. George Hall

Yes, Sir. Six Italians have been granted permission to do so.

Mr. Turton

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that great consternation has been caused in Nigeria by the granting to Italians of this permission to trade?

Mr. Hall

We have had no evidence of that.

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