§ Mr. J. Johnsonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what action he is taking regarding the emigration of Maltese, in view of the over-population and consequent unemployment in that island colony; and whether he has considered the possibility of settlement in Kenya.
§ Mr. J. FosterEmigration is a matter which falls within the competence of Maltese Ministers. Her Majesty's Government are keenly aware of Malta's overpopulation problem and are meeting two-thirds of the annual expenditure on an emigration programme put forward by Maltese Ministers up to a maximum contribution of £200,000 in any one year for184W a period of four years, commencing in the current financial year.
No proposals for any settlement of Maltese in Kenya are under consideration.