HC Deb 16 March 1955 vol 538 c122W
58. Mr. Bottomley

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies if he will make a statement about the unrest which exists in the sugar industry in Jamaica.

61. Mr. Erroll

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether he will make a statement on the disturbances in the sugar industry in Jamaica.

Mr. Hopkinson

There have been no disturbances. Some stoppages of work have taken place in particular areas for special or local reasons. All sugar factories are now working. Negotiations on a wage claim were recently opened between the unions concerned and the Sugar Manufacturers' Association, and I understand that they are being continued.

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