HC Deb 26 March 1923 vol 162 cc43-4
73. Major RUGGLES-BRISE

asked the Minister of Agriculture whether, in view of the losses which have fallen upon the public and private oyster fisheries through the dumping of surplus explosives, especially T. N. T., in too close proximity to in-shore fisheries, he will consider the question of payment of compensation to the owners of such fisheries?

Sir R. SANDERS

As at present advised, I am unable to agree that the

losses referred to have resulted from the dumping of surplus explosives. I am not, therefore, in a position to recommend the payment. of compensation from State funds.