§ Mr. Rankinasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he is prepared to appoint a commission to undertake a geological survey of Tanganyika, Uganda and Kenya.
Mr. Creech JonesI am alive to the need for a much increased effort in the sphere of geological survey in the Colonies generally, including the East African territories. My recently appointed geological adviser is bringing all these questions into immediate review, and will advise me on the best means of obtaining speedy results. The chief limiting factor is the shortage of trained geologists; and I should like to take this opportunity of reiterating my earlier appeal to young men entering upon higher studies to consider the attractions of this important profession in the Colonies.