§ 7. Mr. SHINWELLasked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that his predecessor, in reply to a deputation of representatives of seafarers which approached him last year on the subject of crews' quarters, promised to inspect certain vessels personally; and whether he proposes to undertake this task himself in view of the change in office and in pursuance of the promise then made?
§ Sir P. LLOYD-GREAMEYes, Sir; I am aware of the promise made by my predecessor, and I hope to inspect some ships as soon as I can find the necessary time.