HC Deb 30 May 1951 vol 488 c205
40. Mr. Awbery

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he has given consideration to the revised labour code for Singapore; and when he proposes to introduce it.

Mr. Cook

A revised labour ordinance is in course of preparation in Singapore, but it is not possible to say at this stage when legislation will be laid before the Legislative Council.

Mr. Awbery

Is the Minister aware that a revision of the labour code both for Singapore and the Federation of Malaya is long overdue, and will he hasten its publication and place a copy in the Library so that Members can see it?

Mr. Cook

The groundwork has been completed, but further consultations are still necessary.

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