§ 62. Mr. Brockwayasked the Lord Privy Seal if he will ask the appropriate committee of the United Nations to consider with Governments of territories in Africa the provision of sites, accommodation and means of livelihood for the growing number of refugees from the Union of South Africa, and of financial aid for this purpose.
§ Mr. HeathNo, Sir; I am not aware that any problem exists which would make it desirable to consider action on the lines suggested by the hon. Gentleman.
§ Mr. BrockwayIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that very large numbers of refugees have gone to the High Commission Territories and that a number of them are in other British Colonies, and that it is becoming a problem for 26 the administration in those Territories? As the United Nations has condemned apartheid in South Africa, is it not desirable that some steps should be taken to provide for these refugees?
§ Mr. HeathIf the hon. Gentleman will let me have evidence of shortage of accommodation, I will gladly look into it.