§ Mr. FALLEasked if there is any intention of altering the hours or the wages of the joiners and others in his Majesty's dockyards?
§ Mr. McKENNAThe rates of wages are the subject of petitions which have been received from the joiners and other classes of workmen in his Majesty's dockyards. The petitions are at present under consideration and no statement can yet be made as to the decisions that may be arrived at. With regard to hours, the reply is in the negative.
§ Sir C. KINLOCH-COOKEWhen may we expect to have the answer?
§ Mr. McKENNAI will inquire.