HC Deb 22 December 1915 vol 77 c485
90. Mr. GOLDSTONE

asked the President of the Board of Trade how many ships of 100 tons and over have been transferred to neutral flags since the outbreak of the War; and whether he will state the names of the shipowners, together with the gross tonnage, for the transfer of which they are severally responsible?

Mr. PRETYMAN

Particulars of ships transferred to foreign flags are given in a monthly return issued by the Registrar-General of Seamen. I am sending my hon. Friend a set of these returns.

Mr. GOLDSTONE

Does that give also the names of the shipowners in question?

Mr. PRETYMAN

I think not.

Mr. GOLDSTONE

Can they be supplied?

Mr. PRETYMAN

I will consider that.