HC Deb 31 July 1962 vol 664 c61W
Mr. F. M. Bennett

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what reply he has now received to his representations to the Prime Minister of Uganda, requesting clarification of his Government's intentions regarding the holding of a referendum on the future of the two lost counties of Bunyoro.

Mr. Wall

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what reply he has received from the Prime Minister of Uganda about the dates between which the referendum for the lost counties of Bunyoro is to be held.

Mr. Sandys

At my request, the Governor has communicated the views of the House on this matter to the Prime Minister of Uganda. The Governor has informed me that Mr. Obote is now embarking on discussions on the practical implementation of the decision taken at the London Conference, and has assured me that during these discussions the views expressed by members of the House will be borne in mind.

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