§ 13. Mr. J. Grimondasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he will abolish banishment without trial in those Colonies where this power still exists.
§ Mr. LytteltonThe hon. Member will be aware that consultations on this subject have been going on with the Colonial Governments concerned. I am now considering their views and certain questions of policy which arise. I hope to be in a position to make a statement to the House within the next few weeks.
§ Mr. GrimondCan we take it that these consultations are now entirely complete, and that the Secretary of State is favourably disposed towards the abolition of banishment without trial?
§ Mr. LytteltonIn principle, I am in favour of getting rid of banishment without trial, but there are one or two important matters which arise in special circumstances, such as in Malaya and Hong Kong, to which I am now giving attention, and I hope to make a statement soon.