§ 81. Captain Ryderasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what were the circumstances which led to the suspension of the Falkland Islands Defence Force; what is the composition of this Force; and whether its activities have been resumed.
§ Mr. J. GriffithsThe suspension of this Force in November, 1949, was the result of acts of indiscipline on the part of certain of its members, which were reported to the Government by the Commanding Officer and were followed by his resignation and those of all the other officers except one. The Force consists of a half company of volunteers. It resumed its activities in April, 1950.