HC Deb 14 July 1958 vol 591 cc71-2W
Mr. Malcolm MacPherson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many Africans from Tanganyika applied for Government scholarships to study law in each of the last five years; and how many were granted scholarships.

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

Following are particulars of the numbers of Africans in Tanganyika who applied for Government bursaries to study law during the last five years, and of the numbers of bursaries granted1954 and 1955—No applications. 1956—Two applications both granted, though one candidate did not take up his award but went to Canada for further studies. 1957—Two applications, one granted and one rejected owing to lack of residential qualifications. 1958—Two applications, both granted.

Mr. Malcolm MacPherson

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what instructional facilities exist for study for the law examination taken by administrative cadets in Tanganyika.

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

I am consulting the Governor and will write to the hon. Member when I have his reply.

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