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AL2184 :: The Neil Coleman Collection

Collection No: AL2184
Title: The Neil Coleman Collection
Origination: Neil Coleman
Publisher: SAHA
Inclusive Dates: 1930-1980
Extent: 2.9 linear metres (29 archival boxes)
Language: English
Acquisition: Accession Number: none
Access Restrictions: This collection is open for research
Use Restrictions: Copyright restrictions may apply. See SAHA copyright statement for Use Restrictions
Copyright: Finding Aid: © The South African History Archive (SAHA)
Created: 11 August 2009
Abstract: Commissioned by the Labour Research Committee between 1979 and 1981, a team headed by Neil Coleman conducted research on influx control, migrant labour and conditions of the labour force in various industries for the period 1930 to 1980. This research was meant to culminate in a publication, which never materialised.
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Introduction

This collection comprises the research commissioned from 1979-1981 by the Labour Research Committee. This organisation was linked to the University of the Witwatersrand. The research was conducted by a team headed by Neil Coleman and spans the period 1930-1980. It deals mainly with influx control, migrant labour and conditions of the labour force in various industries. This research was meant to culminate in a publication. The publication was never completed. At present, Neil Coleman is employed by COSATU.