HC Deb 09 November 1949 vol 469 c1205
21. Mr. Skinnard

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what changes have been made in West Africa whereby more African officers will be commissioned; and what steps are being taken to implement a similar policy in East Africa.

Mr. Creech Jones

Africans who attain the required standards are now eligible for the grant of King's Commission in the West African Land Forces. The grant of local commissions to Africans in the East African Forces is at present being considered.

Mr. Skinnard

To what extent are commissions being made available to African cadets in the Royal Air Force?

Mr. Creech Jones

I should require notice of that question.