§ 16. Mr. Dribergasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he will circulate in HANSARD details of the new legislation restricting Press freedom in Jamaica; and why this legislation has been introduced at the present time.
Mr. Creech JonesI will put a copy of the proposed legislation in the Library of the House. According to my information only notice of the Bill has been given and it has not yet received a First reading. I am in communication with the Governor regarding these proposals.
§ Mr. DribergWith all respect to my right hon. Friend, is it not the case that he was in communication with the Governor about a week ago in connection with his answer to another question on this subject? On a matter as important as this, when legislation is actually pending, cannot he communicate with the Governor by cable and get a quick answer?