§ 6. Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Relations if he is aware of growing distrust in the Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland towards the United Kingdom Government and its intentions in Central Africa, as disclosed in the statement by Sir Roy Welensky in the Federal Assembly; and, in view of the forthcoming constitutional conference, what steps he is taking to remove such distrust at the present time.
§ Mr. SandysI realise that all the peoples of the Federation are going through a very anxious time. I hope that the personal contacts and direct discussions which we shall be having during the next few weeks will help to dispel any misunderstandings there may be.
§ Mr. Biggs-DavisonIn view of the prevailing uncertainty since the Monckton Commission, and the violent racialism of certain demagogic leaders, will my right hon. Friend do what he can to reassure men of all races in the Federation who want partnership, and who are in many cases standing up to the most atrocious political terrorism because they believe in partnership and Federation?
§ Mr. SandysWe intend honourably to discharge our duty to all peoples and all races in the Federation.