§ 43. Mr. Awberyasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps are being taken by the Government of Singapore to investigate the causes of the recent industrial unrest; how many strikes have taken place during the past six months; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydI am consulting the Governor and will write to the hon. Member.
§ Mr. AwberyIs the right hon. Gentleman aware of the spate of strikes that have taken place in Singapore? Is it possible that the conciliation machinery is not so well known as it might be, and will he take steps to make it known to the workers in this Colony?
§ Mr. Lennox-BoydI think that the explanation of the hon. Gentleman is an unlikely one. Nonetheless, I prefer to wait for the Governor's comments.