HC Deb 10 March 1959 vol 601 cc1055-6
10. Mr. Wall

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps he is taking to reinforce the forces of law and order in Tanganyika.

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

Both the Governor and I are very alive to the need for ensuring that the police force in Tanganyika is fully adequate to preserve the peace so that orderly development in all fields can go on unimpeded. The new Commissioner and one of my Inspectors-General have each recently completed an inspection of the force, and the Governor is now considering what measures may be necessary to bring its strength and equipment into line with current needs.

Mr. Wall

Is my right hon. Friend aware that in one district, Njombe, there is only one Asian police inspector and twenty constables, no transport and no wireless? Is he satisfied that the police force is really strong enough on the ground?

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

No, I am not satisfied, and I am awaiting the report.

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