HC Deb 18 July 1933 vol 280 c1658
10. Lieut.-Colonel SANDEMAN ALLEN

asked the President of the Board of Trade if his attention has been drawn to the case of the Greek steamer "Nicolas Angelos"arriving in this country with a grain cargo in bulk without shifting-boards; and whether he proposes to take action to make foreign owners keep the law?

Dr. BURGIN

Yes, Sir; proceedings were taken in this case against the master for failure to provide proper feeders to the lower holds and for carrying heavy grain in the 'tween decks. A conviction was obtained. Proceedings are taken in all similar cases of offences against the law, whether by British or foreign ships.

Lieut.-Colonel ALLEN

Does the Parliamentary Secretary realise that it costs less to break the law than it does to keep it?

Dr. BURGIN

The master was fined £75, and £21 costs.

Lieut.-Colonel ALLEN

How many prosecutions have there been in this matter during the last 12 months?

Dr. BURGIN

Forty-one foreign and two British masters have been convicted since October, 1931.

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