§ 52. Mr. Stonehouseasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many Africans in Nyasaland have their freedom 1110 of movement limited by restriction orders; and for what reasons.
§ Mr. ProfumoThree, Sir. The movement of these Africans has been restricted because they sought to undermine established native authorities and, in one case, because he also constituted a general threat to peace and good order.
§ Mr. StonehouseWhy is the freedom of these men being restricted in this way? If they are guilty of any crime, why are not charges brought against them?
§ Mr. ProfumoI think the hon. Member knows quite well that the three people were convicted and sentenced. They are now restricted in accordance with proper legislation so that they shall not get up to their old tricks again.