§ 10. Mr. HICKSasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies the position as regards the Workmen's Compensation Bill which was introduced in the Legis 1617 lative Council in British Guiana, and subsequently forwarded to him for his consideration; and whether the Government proposes to accede to the request made in the petition addressed to it by the British Guiana Labour Union for the introduction of a compulsory old age pension scheme?
§ Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTERSo far as I am aware, no Bill has been introduced. A draft Bill has been under consideration, together with similar Bills submitted by other Colonial Governments, in consultation with the Home Office, and I hope shortly to be able to communicate my views on the matter to the Governor. I have no information in regard to the petition referred to in the second part of the question.
§ 11. Mr. HICKSasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps are being taken to relieve unemployment in the Colony of British Guiana?
§ Sir P. CUNLIFFE-LISTERThe Government of British Guiana are carrying out a variety of public works for the relief of unemployment. Existing roads are being reconstructed and improved: considerable sea defence works are being constructed and important repairs effected: further coast lands are being drained and opened up for settlement and cultivation: and buildings for public welfare are being erected.