HC Deb 22 July 1914 vol 65 c428
54. Major ARCHER-SHEE

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether any decision has been come to as regards the taking of legal proceedings against the managing owner, or owners, of the ss. "County of Devon"?

Mr. ROBERTSON

Not yet, Sir.

Major ARCHER-SHEE

When may we expect a decision upon this matter? Several weeks have elapsed since the Board of Trade took it up?

Mr. ROBERTSON

I expect we shall hear from counsel shortly, but I am unable to give the date