§ 42. Mr. Dodds-Parkerasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what length of lease has been granted to the Overseas Food Corporation for development areas in Tanganyika.
§ Mr. Rees-WilliamsThe draft lease provides for the right of occupancy for 33 years in the first instance with option to apply for renewal for a similar period after 33 and 66 years.
§ Mr. Dodds-ParkerIn view of the importance of long leases to the producers of such crops as coffee and sisal, will the Under-Secretary consider similar leases being given to other producers than Government producers, having particular regard to ex-enemy estates?
§ Mr. Rees-WilliamsI am informed that the length of lease being given to the Overseas Food Corporation is exactly the same as that given to other private owners who take up leases.