HC Deb 03 December 1952 vol 508 cc1539-40
40. Mr. J. Johnson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps he is taking to increase cement production in the Colonial Territories of West Africa.

Mr. Lyttelton

The Nigerian Government are negotiating with an experienced industrial undertaking about a project for cement production in the Eastern Region which would involve the investment of public funds.

The Gold Coast Government are considering a recent report by consulting engineers on a similar project in the Gold Coast.