§ 45. Mr. Patrick Jenkinasked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs why, despite repeated reminders, he has not yet made a decision in the case of Chu Leung, a former detective staff sergeant in the Hong Kong Police Force, details of whose grievances were sent to his last predecessor but one on 8th September 1966, by the hon. Member for Wanstead and Woodford; and if he will now make a statement.
§ Mr. George ThomasThis is a very difficult case on which consultations are still proceeding with the Governor. The hon. Member will be informed as soon as a final decision has been reached.
§ 46. Mr. Rankinasked the Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs when he expects the 48-hour week will be introduced into industry in Hong Kong.
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§ Mr. George ThomasA considerable proportion of Hong Kong industries including spinning and weaving and the principal public utilities have already adopted a 48-hour week. A four-year phased programme of reduction of hours of work of women and young persons to 48 hours a week in all industries is being brought into operation with effect from December of this year.