§ 30. Mr. K. Robinsonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what action has been taken to prevent chiefs in Northern Rhodesia from associating with the African Congress, and, in particular, from attending the meeting of the Congress at Ndolo on 17th August.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydNone, Sir, but certain native authorities have on their own initiative passed orders to exclude Congress representatives from their areas.
§ Mr. RobinsonIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that previous meetings of the African Congress have been attended by 20 or more of these chiefs? Will he look into the matter again to make sure that there has been no repression or intimidation on the part of the Government?
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydI am quite satisfied with the accuracy of my answer.