HC Deb 06 October 1909 vol 11 cc1983-4
Mr. W. W. ASHLEY

asked what steps were taken to ensure that on every troopship there are sufficient boats to accommodate everyone on board in the event of fire or shipwreck?

Mr. McKENNA

The inspection will be by the Admiralty Inspector.

Mr. ASHLEY

May I ask if the inspection by the Admiralty inspector is carried on in all respects as if it were under the regulations of the Board of Trade?

Mr. McKENNA

No, Sir; he does not inspect as if he were an inspector of the Board of Trade, but he uses the forms and regulations made by the Board of Trade.

Mr. ASHLEY

May I ask whether in the case of a troopship it is seen that accommodation is found, if necessary, for every soul on board?

Mr. McKENNA

That is the regulation of the Board of Trade.