§ Mr. DAYasked the Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps have been taken to improve the inter-islands communication in the Solomon Islands; and can he make a statement thereon?
§ Dr. SHIELSThe Protectorate Administration has been prevented by financial stringency from effecting any considerable improvements in inter-island communications. A special vessel for the use of a travelling medical officer was acquired in 1927. Other schemes which are at present under discussion are (a) the replacement of the Government vessel "Ranadi" by a more modern vessel, and (b) the establishment of a chain of wireless stations within the group.