§ 45. Mr. J. Johnsonasked the Minister of Overseas Development is she is aware that on 25th January the Government of Malawi stated that they would not take responsibility for the pensions of non-designated civil servants appointed before 51W national independence; what action she will take to safeguard their position; and if she will make a statement.
§ Mr. OramThe statement made by Dr. Banda to which I think my hon. Friend refers dealt not with pensions but with a claim to designation and compensation as designated officers from a small number of expatriate civil servants in Malawi. The pensions of these officers are covered by the Public Officers Agreement and are so safeguarded by Her Majesty's Government.