§ 66. Mr. Sorensenasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how far the rule that Ministers must resign business directorships applies to all Colonial Territories; and what exemptions are permitted in particular cases with the reasons therefor.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydOn the approach of Ministerial systems in Colonial Territories, it has been the practice over a number of years to draw the attention of unofficial Ministers to the rules and customs which govern ministerial conduct in the United Kingdom. In general, Ministers are expected to divest themselves for the period of their office of business interests which might conflict with their public responsibilities. Governors may in their discretion, subject to the public interest, waive these requirements for shorter or longer periods.