§ 41. Mr. Wallasked the Under-Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations whether he will now make proposals for a constitutional advance in Bechuanaland similar to those recently announced for Basutoland.
§ Mr. AlportMy noble Friend is studying the comments and recommendations of the High Commissioner on a resolution of the Joint Advisory Council for the Bechuanaland Protectorate. He hopes to reply to the Council at its next meeting in April.
§ Mr. WallCan my hon. Friend say whether the District Council is operating satisfactorily in all the arrangements at the present time?
§ Mr. AlportThat is a different matter, but the District Council established in the Bamangwato Reserve is operating satisfactorily.