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Mr. W. Fletcher
asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he is aware that there has been a recent seizure of gold from a British vessel bound from Singapore to Hong Kong; and if he will ensure that the security measures in these two ports are adequate to prevent smuggling of this nature.
Mr. Dugdale
I have asked for a report from the Governors concerned, and I will communicate with the hon. Member when I have the full facts.