HC Deb 03 December 1957 vol 579 cc205-6
28. Mr. Stonehouse

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many African informers are employed by the Special Branch in Uganda; at what rate they are paid for their services; and what use is made of the reports they provide.

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

It would not be in the public interest to reveal such information.

Mr. Stonehouse

Is the Colonial Secretary aware that the activities of some of these African informers are purely to stir up trouble between political organisations in Uganda and the Administration, and that in view of the great improvement in the political situation in Uganda it would be beneficial if the activities of these informers were curbed?

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

I could not accept the hon. Gentleman's description of the work of the African members of the Special Branch. If the hon. Gentleman has any particular complaint, I hope that he will let roe know.

Mr. Chichester-Clark

Is not this a rather wretched Question, which can do nothing but harm to Uganda and is completely unjustified?

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

Yes, Sir.

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