§ Sir J. D. REESasked the Under-Secretary of State for India whether the working of mining concessions in India by, or for the profit of, alien enemies is 851W suspended, concessions continuing till after the War for subsequent settlement, or whether the mining industry in India is to be relieved entirely of participation by alien enemies?
§ Mr. C. ROBERTSThe action taken by the Indian Governments against hostile foreigners and hostile companies is governed by regulations made under the Foreigners Ordinance of 1914. The local government may grant or may refuse a licence to carry on business or deal with property, and in cases where a licence is refused may give instructions as to how the assets or property should be disposed of. The Secretary of State has no information as to how these powers have been exercised with regard to mining concessions.