HC Deb 04 April 1951 vol 486 cc190-1
22. Commander Noble

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what long term plans the Government of Malta has now made in regard to migration from Malta.

Mr. Cook

Under the present Constitution, emigration policy is a matter for Maltese Ministers, and it would not be suitable for my right hon. Friend to make a statement on this matter.

Commander Noble

Would the Minister do everything possible to use the good offices of his Ministry to help Malta in this matter, especially with the migration of Maltese to Australia?

Mr. Cook

We have done that from time to time.

Mr. Gammans

Have any facilities been offered to Maltese to settle in British Honduras?

Mr. Cook

That is quite another question.

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