The Pamphlet Collection of Sir Robert Stout: Volume 68

2—Objects

2— Objects.

That the objects of the League shall be as follows:—
( a) To formulate a general policy for the colony based on the principles of Protection, and to promote the development of New Zealand industries, and protect them from the unfair competition of other countries.
( b) To impose restrictions upon foreign emigration so that our own labour market may not be Hooded with the surplus population of other countries.
( c) To reconstruct the Labour Bureau, with enlarged powers, to enable it to cope successfully with the disturbing influences affecting the relations of Capital and Labour.
( d) To assume a firm attitude at Municipal and Parliamentary Elections to secure the return of Candidates pledged to support the principles of the League.