HC Deb 26 March 1906 vol 154 c813

Address for "Return showing (a) the names of the various Colonies or British Possessions in which indentured Coolie Labour is employed, and upon what work, distinguishing the class of Coolie, namely, nationality or tribe; (b) the number of such Coolies respectively; (c) the conditions under which the Coolies are housed or live, whether in fenced or enclosed areas or compounds, or otherwise, and how, stating also whether any and what restrictions are placed upon their individual liberty at times other than when engaged upon their ordinary daily labour; (d) what, if any, regulations exist and are in practice for the punishment of such Coolies respectively for desertion or misconduct, stating the nature of the offence and punishment, and if such regulations and practice have had the sanction of the Government or governing authority of the Colony or Possessions."— (Mr. Nield.)