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Afsrican Colonies (Freight Cars)

Volume 463: debated on Wednesday 30 March 1949

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asked the Minister of Supply the number of freight cars and trucks, covered and open, that are in process of manufacture in the United Kingdom for the Nigerian, Gold Coast, and each of the East African Colonies, respectively, and what number have been delivered or are in transit since 1st September, 1948.

The following freight cars and covered and open trucks are in process of manufacture in the United Kingdom: Nigeria, 807; Gold Coast, 315; Tanganyika, 239; Kenya and Uganda, 223. Since 1st September, 1948, the following have been delivered or are in transit: Nigeria, 126; Gold Coast, Nil; Tanganyika, 45; Kenya and Uganda, Nil.