§ 9. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he will now specify the schemes he has prepared to remove the fundamental causes of social and economic discontent in Kenya; and how and when they will be put into operation.
§ The Secretary of State for the Colonies (Mr. Oliver Lyttelton)The preparation of schemes is a matter for the Kenya Government. Any major project must await the completion of their study of the wide range of complex problems mentioned in my statement of 29th April. Meanwhile the Kenya Government continues to execute its 10-year plan, and its estimated expenditure on development during the current year has now risen to £7½ million.
§ Mr. HughesDoes the Minister remember that some time ago he said that he had in mind certain schemes, and does he agree that in addition to using force he should attempt to destroy the destructive doctrines of Mau Mau by inculcating good citizenship and civilisation? What is he doing along those lines?
§ Mr. LytteltonThe hon. and learned Gentleman has a very hazy idea of my functions. These schemes are the job of the Kenya Government. There are a number of them in advanced preparation, and if the hon. and learned Gentleman exercises a little patience he will find the answers in fact to his Questions.