§ 43. Mr. Channonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is now in a position to make any statement about the completion of arrangements in Malaya for the payment of war damage claims and for the compensation of those who have suffered loss or injury during the recent disturbances.
Mr. Creech JonesDraft proposals for a war damage compensation scheme have been laid before the Legislative Councils of the two Governments and are now being considered by Select Committees. As to the recent disturbances, a scheme of compensation for death and injury was published in Malaya on 13th January. This scheme is not concerned with compensation for loss of property.