§ 19. Mr. Russellasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps were taken by his predecessor to ascertain the probable effects in the Colonial Empire of the policy of non-discrimination laid down in the Havana Charter.
§ Mr. J. GriffithsIn the negotiations which led up to the Havana Charter the United Kingdom delegation included a representative of the Colonial Office and also advisers selected by Colonial Governments themselves.
§ Mr. RussellWhat was the attitude of the advisers appointed by the Colonial Governments themselves? Did they issue any warning against the dangers of this policy?
§ Mr. GriffithsThe Governments have their advisers and it is for the Governments to decide whether they accept their advice or not.