HC Deb 20 April 1921 vol 140 cc1873-4
52. Mr. HURD

asked the Prime Minister if the Government has considered the proposals of the Imperial Maritime Conference respecting the limitation by clauses in bills of lading of shipowners' liability for carriers' risks; and whether, in view of the serious losses from theft and pilferage, legislation will be proposed in the present Session?

Sir W. MITCHELL-THOMSON

I have been asked to reply. The Report of the Imperial Shipping Committee on the limitation of shipowners' liability is being considered, but in the present state of public business there is little prospect of legislation on the subject being introduced this Session.