§ 57. Sir A. KNOXasked the Under Secretary of State for the Colonies what are the present estimated numbers of Europeans and natives, respectively, at present employed on the copper mines of Northern Rhodesia; what hospital accommodation for these employé s is now provided, and where; whether any new schools are now being built to provide for the education of children of employés in these mines; whether any new legislation regarding safety and work men's compensation has been passed to protect workers in these mines; and whether he will require the furnishing of regular reports on all casualties similar to the returns required from the mines in the Gold Coast?
§ Mr. LUNNFor the whole industry: natives, 14,883; Europeans, 1,118. Well equipped hospitals are now available at the established mines and are being provided at mines in the development stage. Educational questions and revision of existing protective legislation are under consideration. Regular casualty reports will be required.
Earl WINTERTONCan the hon. Gentleman give any indication when this period of consideration will be brought to an end?