HC Deb 19 July 1950 vol 477 cc2258-9
44. Mr. Driberg

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps he proposes to take to settle the dispute concerning the leadership of the Maroons of Accompong; and who it at present recognised officially as their colonel.

Mr. J. Griffiths

According to my latest information, the question of arranging for an election still presented difficulties, but a further attempt to arrange one was to be made shortly. I will ask the Governor about present leadership and if any progress has been made, and will write to my hon. Friend when I have the reply.

Mr. Driberg

While thanking my right hon. Friend for that necessarily rather inconclusive answer, may I ask if he can say whether it is possible for the Governor to take the initiative in settling this unfortunate dispute among these remarkable people? Has he visited Accompong personally?

Mr. Griffiths

I am in communication with the Governor on those questions.