HC Deb 06 March 1957 vol 566 cc64-5W
95. Miss Lee

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies the number of non-Europeans employed in administrative positions in the bauxite industry in British Guiana and Jamaica, respectively; and what are the qualifications necessary for such employment.

Mr. Lennox-Boyd

As all the companies operating in British Guiana and Jamaica are North American, most senior staff are either American, Canadian or of local origin. The number of those who are European is only small, but precise figures are not available. Appointments are based solely on the skill and ability of the individual.

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