HC Deb 01 July 1948 vol 452 c242W
Mr. Skinnard

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what discussions the representative of Permanente Metals Incorporated, of California, who recently visited Jamaica, had with officials of the Government of Jamaica on proposals for bauxite mining; whether any agreement has now been reached for the commencement of work in Manchester Parish; and on what terms.

Mr. Rees-Williams

I am asking the Governor for this information and will communicate to my hon. Friend when I have his reply.