§ 31. Mr. Sorensenasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies to what extent food and cloth prices have risen in West Africa during each of the past three years; to what extent wages have also risen; and what proposals have been considered to deal with the problem.
§ Mr. J. GriffithsUp-to-date information on these points is being obtained from West Africa, and I will write to my hon. Friend when inquiries are complete.
§ Mr. SorensenMeanwhile, can my right hon. Friend say whether there is parity between the rise in prices and the rise in wages? Is it not rather the case that there is a considerable disparity, leading to a good deal of discontent?
§ Mr. GriffithsI am seeking this information for my hon. Friend, and I think he had better wait until I receive it from West Africa.