HC Deb 11 February 1953 vol 511 cc38-9W
77. Mr. Beswick

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if an economic and marketing officer has yet been appointed by the Department of Commerce of Uganda; and if this officer will consult the Co-operative Department on the promotion of retail co-operatives.

Mr. Lyttelton

There are 12 such posts. Last year one of these officers was specifically appointed to deal with problems of African retail trade.

I have no doubt that he will consult the Co-operative Department on the issue mentioned in the second part of the Question.