HC Deb 19 November 1947 vol 444 cc1128-9
32. Skinnard

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies to what extent the Northern Rhodesian Government is considering plans for the direction of labour; and what kind of scheme is proposed.

Mr. Creech Jones

Some unofficial members of the Northern Rhodesia Legislature have suggested in debate that direction of labour should be adopted as a means of obtaining the labour required for essential food production; but the policy of that Government since the end of the war, has been and remains one of meeting the situation by voluntary recruitment.

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

Will the right hon. Gentleman direct that excellent example to the attention of the Minister of Labour of this country?

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