asked the Under-Secretary of State for the Colonies whether the Government has now come to a decision with regard to the recommendations of the Hilton Young Commission?

It is not possible to say with certainty when the Government will be in a position to make a statement of their policy in regard to the future of East Africa, but an announcement will be made at the earliest possible date.

In view of the very long interval which has elapsed since the publication of this report, can the hon. Gentleman give some explanation of the long delay which has taken place?

Very careful consideration has been given to this matter, and I can assure hon. Members that some decision will be arrived at very soon.

Is the hon. Member aware of the many complaints that have been made in Kenya as to the bad effect on the future of the colony which is being caused by this long delay?

All those considerations have been before His Majesty's Government, and they have been given proper weight.

Can the Under-Secretary say when a decision may be expected?

I cannot add anything to the definiteness of my statement.

"Indefiniteness."

Before the Government come to any decision as to the future of East Africa, will an opportunity be given to this House to discuss the matter?

I think that is a question that should be put at a later date. I am not in a position to answer it at the moment.