HC Deb 10 July 1935 vol 304 cc309-10
13. Mr. PARKINSON

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he will consider the setting up of a labour department in Northern Rhodesia?

The SECRETARY of STATE for the COLONIES (Mr. Malcolm MacDonald)

I have not received any proposal for the setting up of a labour department from the Governor of Northern Rhodesia, but the matter is receiving my consideration.

Mr. LUNN

Is it not important that a labour department should be set up in Northern Rhodesia—in view of the fact that there are so many engaged in industrial operations, perhaps more important than in most of our Colonies?

Mr. MacDONALD

It would be extremely improper to set it up without consideration, and I have promised to give the matter my consideration.

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