HC Deb 17 December 1908 vol 198 cc2108-9
MR. CARLILE (Hertfordshire, St. Albans)

I beg to ask the First Lord of the Admiralty whether, in view of the quantities of granite imported into this country from foreign countries where the fair wages clause is not in operation, and of the present state of unemployment obtaining in this country, he will take steps to ensure that in all future contracts for dock and harbour works British granite only shall be used.

MR. McKENNA

No, Sir.

MR. CARLILE

Will the right hon. Gentleman give the matter further consideration?

MR. McKENNA

I have given the matter the fullest consideration, and I regret I cannot alter my Answer.