FAREWELL PARTY TO SIR JOHN NICOLL

Monday, 7th November, 1955

Mr R. Jumabhoy asked the Financial Secretary whether the farewell party to the last Governor, Sir John Nicoll, at the house of the Chief Minister in June 1955 was given by the Government of the Colony of Singapore or by the Chief Minister; and what was the amount paid out of the public funds of the Colony to meet the cost of the farewell party.

Mr T. M. Hart: The farewell party to Sir John Nicoll was given by the Chief Minister on behalf of the Government and people of Singapore. 687 guests were invited, including members of the Legislative Assembly, the City Council and the Rural Board, foreign consuls and Commonwealth representatives, senior Government officials, members of the rank and file of the Singapore Police Force and representatives of the Press, employers' associations, trade unions, and youth and student organisations.

The cost of this entertainment amounted to $4,270.20 and was paid from public funds.