subsection (1) of this section where he
is satisfied, on an application made to
him in that behalf, that it is desirable
in the public interest to do so for the
purpose of maintaining or increasing the
efficiency of industry.
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Sub-section 4 is the vital provision.
From
personal enquiries, Mr. J. G. Malone, Fairchild's Far
East Industrial Relations Manager has established that
in Singapore, waivers have been granted by the Minister
of Labour to both National Semiconductor Pte. Limited
In one month's
and Texas Instruments Pte. Limited to permit night work
for women without the imposition of special conditions
and immediately on application being made.
time, Fairchild Singapore Pte. Limited will make a similar
representation to the Singapore Ministry of Labour with
the expectation that this will also be given immediate
approval.
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