§ Mr. Swainasked the Minister of Labour how many foreign stage and screen artists have visited this country 16W during the past six months; what has been the average length of each visit; and whether he is satisfied that each had a work permit.
§ Mr. FernyhoughInformation on the first two points is not readily available. I have no reason to believe that any foreign entertainer has come to this country to carry out an engagement without the permission of my Department.
§ Mr. Swainasked the Minister of Labour if he will refuse permits to foreign artists unless they intend to work in this country for a period of one year.
§ Mr. FernyhoughNo. Permits are applied for and issued to enable foreign artists to fulfil specific engagements, the length of which varies according to the circumstances.