HC Deb 16 February 1960 vol 617 cc1108-9
19. Mrs. White

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what arrangements are being made to make available to the Southworth inquiry the evidence of journalists who were in Blantyre at the time of the Prime Minister's visit.

Mr. Iain Macleod

The editors of those newspapers and agencies whose correspondents were present on the occasion are being invited to make them available to give evidence before the Commission.

Mrs. White

Does that mean that they will be sent to Nyasaland at the expense of Her Majesty's Government, or will Mr. Justice Southworth come to this country to take evidence?

Mr. Macleod

No. The Governor has agreed that, if people wish to give evidence in person, their fares can be paid from Nyasaland public funds. Alternatively, it is possible for them, if they wish, to put in sworn statements.

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