HC Deb 07 April 1932 vol 264 cc294-5
25. Mr. THORNE

asked the Home Secretary whether his attention has been drawn to the case of Thomas Goodyear, of Anchor Lane, Canewdon, Essex, who was killed recently when he was drawn into a machine he was oiling; if he can state whether an inspector has visited the works and found the machinery properly guarded or otherwise; and what action he proposes to take in the matter?

Sir H. SAMUEL

I have received a report from the factory inspector who visited the works and attended the inquest. This shows that the machinery, which consisted of a grinding pan, was properly guarded and that the accident was due to an unfortunate misunderstanding on the part of the workmen concerned. The particulars are somewhat detailed, and I will send a statement to the hon. Member.