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Oral Answers to Questions — British Guiana.

– in the House of Commons at on 21 June 1939.

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Photo of Sir Nicholas Grattan-Doyle Sir Nicholas Grattan-Doyle , Newcastle upon Tyne North

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies how many Governors of British Guiana have been appointed since 1918; and will he consider arranging that changes should be made less often so that Governors may avail themselves of opportunities for promoting the progress of the Colony?

Photo of Mr Thomas Inskip Mr Thomas Inskip , Fareham

There have been six appointments. My right hon. Friend is well aware of the importance of continuity of policy in the development of any Colony.

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