§ MR. C. H. WILSON (Hull, W.)asked the Secretary to the Board of Trade, How many certificates as Pilots in British waters granted to foreign subjects are now in force.
§ THE SECRETARY (Baron HENRY DE WORMS) (Liverpool, East Toxteth)There are now in force five pilotage certificates granted to masters or mates of foreign vessels, all in the Hull district. In 30 other cases the annual renewal of similar certificates has been suspended, pending the decision of Parliament on the Bill introduced by the hon. Member's Colleague (Mr. King); 28 of these are within the jurisdiction of the London Trinity House, and two within that of the Hull Trinity House.