§ 24. Mr. Gammansasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he will make a statement on his interview with those residents of Penang who wish that the island and province of Wellesley should revert to pre-war colonial status.
§ Mr. J. DugdaleWhen my right hon. Friend visited Penang, he had an interview with the Secession Committee whom he was anxious to meet personally before replying to the petition they had submitted to his predecessor. My right hon. Friend is now considering the matter further.
§ Mr. GammansCan the right hon. Gentleman give an early reply, as it has been hanging about for far too long?
§ Mr. DugdaleI am sure it will be as soon as he can make it.
§ Mr. AwberyWill my right hon. Friend bear in mind that the majority of the people in Malaya, including the Europeans, are in favour of federation and not separation, as suggested by the Question?