Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 30 November 1953.
In these circumstances and in order to take what might be the last chance of avoiding a very serious situation in a Colony with so many prospects for the future, may I ask the Prime Minister whether he will take steps, rather than stand on ceremony at this time, to see that the Secretary of State invites this young ruler—he is about 30—with a view to finding out whether at this eleventh hour a settlement can be arranged?