HC Deb 17 June 1931 vol 253 cc1739-40
57. Mr. EGAN

asked the President of the Board of Trade, in view of the large numbers of cattle in Canada waiting shipment to England for which there are not enough ships available for transport, if he will bring this matter to the notice of shipowners who own and control the ships lying idle in British ports?

Mr. GILLETT

I am informed that shipowners are not satisfied that the proposals in regard to increased shipments of cattle are such as would justify them in incurring considerable expenditure in fitting out extra ships for the trade. It is understood, however, that discussions are taking place between representatives of the shippers and the shipowners on the subject.

Mr. EGAN

Will the right hon. Gentleman receive representations from the Merseyside organisation which has taken many steps to develop this avenue of employment?

Mr. GILLETT

I have no doubt whatever that my right hon. Friend would be ready to receive any representations on the subject.

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