HC Deb 14 April 1954 vol 526 cc1121-2
43. Mr. Awbery

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what provision is made for the schooling and teaching of the children in the two leper settlements in Malaya.

Mr. Hopkinson

I assume that the hon. Member is referring to the two institutions at Sungei Buloh and Pulau Jerejak. I am asking the High Commissioner for the information sought and will write to the hon. Member when I have a reply.

Mr. Awbery

I am referring particularly to the children; in these leper settlements there are a large number of children, and I want to see that their education is not neglected. I wish to ask the Minister to see that something is done to send teachers to these Colonies to educate those children.

Mr. Hopkinson

The hon. Member will understand that we are already making inquiries into the matter.