HC Deb 12 November 1936 vol 317 cc1021-2
21. Lieut.-Colonel SANDEMAN ALLEN

asked the Minister of Labour whether his attention has been drawn to the increasing number of half-caste children in Cardiff, Liverpool, Glasgow, and other ports; and what steps are being taken to meet the difficulty which occurs in finding employment for boys and girls who are the result of miscegenation in these ports?

Mr. E. BROWN

I am making inquiries and will communicate with my hon. and gallant Friend.

Lieut.-Colonel SANDEMAN ALLEN

Will my right hon. Friend see that in such employment the standard of living of the community is not lowered owing to the unfortunate position of these people?

Mr. BROWN

I think I had better complete my inquiries.

Mr. LOGAN

Are the words "half-caste" a misprint? Should it not be "half-fed"?

Mr. KENNEDY

Will the Minister correct me if I am wrong in stating that the number of children referred to in this question is very much smaller in Glasgow than in other parts?

Mr. BROWN

I will complete my inquiries first.

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