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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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