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Founded on the 23rd February 1936, at a public meeting at Champ de Mars in Port Louis, the Mauritius Labour Party had as main objective to fight for social, political and economic rights for the working class of Mauritius. It was modeled on the British Labour Party. The founders were greatly motivated by their strong sense of patriotism and belief in Socialism.

The initial founders of the party were among others, Dr. Maurice Curé, Dr. Hassenjee Jeetoo, Samuel Barbé, Mamode Assenjee, Barthélemy Ohsan, Emmanuel Anquetil, Pandit Sahadeo and Godefroy Moutia.

Important dates in the history of the Mauritius Labour Party:

In July 1937, labourers and small planters held demonstrations regarding their working conditions and low wages.

In August 1937, the demonstrations ended in strikes which unfortunately led to confrontations with the colonial army. Four persons were reported dead. The workers were not intimidated but renewed their confrontations. As a result the Colonial Government called for an inquiry to shed light on the causes of the upheaval. The inquiry was in favour of the workers and from then on, Trade Unions were organised to represent the workers' interests.

On the 1st May 1938, Labour Day was celebrated in Mauritius for the first time.

In 1940, Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam was nominated for the Legislative council where he fought for the emancipation of the working class.

In 1945, the right for all to vote was reviewed.

On the 29th December 1946, Emmanuel Anquetil passed away, and Guy Rozemont became leader of the Mauritius Labour Party.

In 1948, the Mauritius Labour Party won the elections. They won again in 1953. As a result of this victory, Guy Rozemont made a request for the Secretary of State for the Colonies to receive a Mauritian delegation so as to discuss constitutional reforms.

The 1st Constitutional Conference was held in London from 12 to 20 July 1955.

The 2nd Constitutional Conference was held in London in February 1957. The Party reiterated their demands for the right for all to vote, a responsible and conscientious government, and a system to include ministers and constituencies.

On the 9th March 1959, the alliance Mauritius Labour Party and Comité d'Action Musulman won the elections.

In July 1961, the 3rd Constitutional Conference was held again in London. The Mauritian delegation demanded absolute autonomy in governing Mauritius to be followed by independence in 1964.

On 21st October 1963, the Mauritius Labour Party won the general elections again.

In September 1965, the British Government called for a 4th Constitutional Conference whereby the subject of independence was discussed.

On 7th August 1967, general elections were held again. The Independence Party comprising of the Labour Party, Independent Foreward Block and Le Comité d'Action Musulman won.

On 12th March 1968, Independence was proclaimed at Champ de Mars.

1969 Onwards:

Welfare State complete with free education, housing facilities, health care, birth control, social services, widow's pensions, old age pensions, family allowance, National Pensions Scheme, Labour Legislation, paid leave and holidays, sickness benefits, employment policies, workers benefiting from Trade Union rights, employment security and participation benefits, advantages of a mixed economy, combination of public and private enterprises.

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