§ 7. Mr. P. Williamsasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is now able to disclose the details of the development plan for the Seychelles.
§ Mr. J. Amery"A Plan for Seychelles" has been published in the Colony today. I will put copies in the Library of the House as soon as they are available.
The plan is aimed at making Seychelles financially independent and at improving the living standards of its people. Its main features are concerned with the development of agricultural resources, the improvement of communications and public amenities, the encouragement of tourism and the promotion of new measures in public education and public health. Its full implementation will cost £2½ million.