HC Deb 07 December 1949 vol 470 c154W
43. Mr. Skeffington-Lodge

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he will make a statement about the attempted assassination of the Governor of Sarawak.

Mr. Rees-Williams

The Governor's "condition remains serious and it has been found necessary for him to have a further operation. This will be performed tonight. Otherwise I have nothing to add to the reply given by my right hon. Friend on Monday, 5th December, to the right hon. Member for West Bristol (Mr Stanley).