HC Deb 21 July 1931 vol 255 c1240
43. Major EVANS

asked the Home Secretary if he will furnish the number of prosecutions under the Truck Acts instituted by inspectors of factories during 1930; the number of convictions; and the average penalty imposed?

Mr. CLYNES

Two firms were prosecuted for breaches of these Acts in 1930. One of them was convicted on two charges and fined £1 on each charge. In the other case where three charges were taken, the prosecution was dismissed.

Mr. C. WILLIAMS

Is this an increase on previous years, or is it just normal?

Mr. CLYNES

I cannot answer the question without notice, but I can say that there are very few offences now committed under those Acts.

Mr. WILLIAMS

Is the right hon. Gentleman satisfied with those Acts?