HC Deb 03 March 1954 vol 524 cc1157-8
25. Mr. H. Hynd

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he is satisfied that there is an adequate system of labour inspection in Tanganyika; and how far the labour inspectors are able to investigate the payment of wages on farms.

Mr. J. Foster

Yes, Sir. The Tanganyika Labour Department has headquarters staff and a field inspectorate covering all the main areas of employment. Labour Officers and inspectors investigate labour conditions, including the payment of wages, on farms to ensure that the labour laws are observed.

Mr. Hynd

Is the Minister aware that many of those farmers do not keep books and that there is considerable doubt whether in fact many of them are paying the wages to the workers?

Mr. Foster

No, Sir.

Sir R. Acland

Is the hon. and learned Gentleman aware that we feel that he has deputised quite well for his right hon. Friend?