§ 28. Mr. Sorensenasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he will inquire into the wages, hours of work and conditions of nurses in British Guiana; whether any steps will be taken to reduce the excessive hours now being worked; and whether a superannuation scheme for nurses is in operation?
§ Colonel StanleyI have no special information on these points but, if the hon. Member will let me know the particular points in which he is interested, I will ask the Governor for the information.
§ Mr. SorensenWill the right hon. and gallant Gentleman also ask for a report regarding the general condition of nursing services in British Guiana, in view of the disquiet that exists, the long hours that are worked, and the conditions that prevail?
§ Colonel StanleyIt is in order to prevent our having to ask, in the great stress under which Colonial Governments are working, for a general report, that I would like to consult with the hon. Member as to the particular points on which he wants information.