HC Deb 08 September 1909 vol 10 cc1298-9
Mr. REES

asked whether the missing ship "Waratah" was provided with wireless telegraphic apparatus?

Mr. CHURCHILL

I am informed by the owners of the "Waratah" that she was not fitted with a wireless telegraphic-apparatus.

Mr. REES

Does the right hon. Gentleman not think that the time has come to make it obligatory on owners to provide this great safeguard against loss of life on passenger ships?

Mr. CHURCHILL

No; I do not think that the time has come for that yet.