§ 39. Mr. P. Williamsasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether, in view of the recent and continuing acts of violence, he is still satisfied that everything possible is being done to maintain law and order in Nyasaland: and whether he will make a further statement.
§ Mr. H. FraserMy right hon. Friend is satisfied that everything possible is being done. In most cases where acts of physical violence have been committed the police have secured the arrest of the principal offenders. Cases of political intimidation are extremely difficult to 97W prove and check, but in the course of 1960, 109 convictions were secured for this offence.
The reinforcement of police in Nyasaland is proceeding under the approved programme for the expansion of the Force by an additional 40 gazetted officers, 62 inspectors and 1,037 other ranks, over the establishment at 31st March. 1959.