§ MR. AINSLIE (Lancashire, N. Lonsdale)asked the President of the Board of Trade, whether it is competent for Railway Companies, in their classification of rates, under "The Railway and Canal Traffic Act, 1888," to vary the limitation Clause fixing the minimum distances chargeable on traffic.
§ THE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD OF TRADE) Sir. MICHAEL HICKS BEACH,) Bristol W.Yes, Sir, they may propose such variations, but the decision will remain with the Board of Trade and Parliament.