HC Deb 28 June 1898 vol 60 c364
SIR C. DILKE (Gloucester, Forest of Dean)

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether his attention has been called to a serious case of phosphorus poisoning at Messrs. Moreland and Sons, at Gloucester, which, instead of being reported in accordance with the special rules, had been concealed by the foreman; is he aware that, in spite of the seriousness of the case, a fine of only 10s. was inflicted; and if there are any steps which he can take in the matter?

THE SECRETARY OF STATE FOR THE HOME DEPARTMENT (Sir M. W. RIDLEY,) Lancashire, Blackpool

Yes, certainly my attention has been called to this case; as the right honourable Baronet must be aware, the offence was discovered and the prosecution instituted by the Factory Inspector. The amount of the fine was 10s., or with costs, £2 6s. 6d. There are no further steps which can be usefully taken in the case, but I have reason to believe that the conviction will have the desired effect of securing in future a better compliance on the part of this firm with the requirements of the Act.