HC Deb 07 August 1925 vol 187 c1728W
Mr. DUCKWORTH

asked the Secretary of State for Colonial Affairs whether steps are being taken to expedite the railway construction in hand in Nigeria with a view to facilitating the transport of cotton?

Mr. AMERY

The railway construction in hand in Nigeria is being carried on with all proper despatch. As regards the building of further lines, I would refer the hon. Member to the replies returned on the 17th and 22nd of June to the hon. Member for Middleton and Prestwick.