Oral Answers to Questions — Uganda (Riots)

– in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 26 April 1950.

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Photo of Mr Cuthbert Alport Mr Cuthbert Alport , Colchester 12:00, 26 April 1950

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is in agreement with the findings of the Commission appointed to report on the riots which took place in Uganda in 1949; and whether it is intended to take any action against Semakula Mulumba.

Mr. Dugdale:

I am sending the hon. Member copies of the Governor's commentary on the Report and of my right hon. Friend's predecessor's despatch of 31st January expressing general agreement with the commentary. It has not yet proved possible to take action against Semakula Mulumba in the United Kingdom, where he at present lives.

Photo of Mr Cuthbert Alport Mr Cuthbert Alport , Colchester

Does that mean that this man, whose activities were referred to by the Commission as being responsible primarily for the disturbances which took place, is likely to get away scot free?

Mr. Dugdale:

That is a hypothetical question. At present, he is in England and action is not being taken against him. Were he in Uganda, I have no doubt that the position might be different.