HC Deb 22 October 1952 vol 505 c119W
86. Mr. Rankin

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how much money was voted from the Native Development and Welfare Fund of Nyasaland to finance African Press, Limited; and what consultations took place with African producers of tobacco and cotton whose profits contribute to the Native Development and Welfare Fund.

Mr. Lyttelton

A loan of £50,000 was approved for this purpose. Consultation took place with the African Provincial Councils, which are fully representative.