§ 47. Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what reports he has received of political parties in Northern Rhodesia or Nyasaland recruiting unofficial police forces; and what measures have been taken to prevent this interference with the functions of the Protectorate Police.
§ Mr. Iain MacleodNone, although in both territories there have been reports of supporters of political parties styling themselves "police" when acting as stewards at political meetings. Any attempt to usurp police functions is being carefully watched, and where necessary legal action will be taken.