HC Deb 27 July 1888 vol 329 c661
MR. RADCLIFFE COOKE (Newington, W.)

asked the President of the Board of Trade, Whether an Inspector of the Board of Trade has yet inspected the Channel Tunnel Works; and, if so, what is his Report as to their present state?

THE PRESIDENT (Sir MICHAEL HICKS-BEACH) (Bristol, W.)

Yes; the works have been inspected, and have been found to be practically in the same condition as they were 18 months ago.

SIR WILFRID LAWSON (Cumberland, Cockermouth)

Will the right hon. Gentleman lay the Report on the Table?

SIR MICHAEL HICKS-BEACH

Yes, Sir.