§ Mr. R. Morganasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he can make any statement as to the future association of the Seychelles with any adjacent part of the Empire so as to ensure better economic and social development.
§ Colonel StanleyNo, Sir, but the policy of the Government of Seychelles is directed towards economic and social development, and if for particular purposes some practical and satisfactory associations can be planned with any neighbouring territories which will assist such development, I shall give all assistance in my power.