§ 69. Mr. Thorneasked the Home Secretary how many times the Taylor's Laundry, Limited, at Hull, have been fined for not protecting their machinery; whether he intends accepting the recommendation of the stipendiary, in connection with the case heard by him on Thursday, that a part of the fine should be paid to the injured person; and what was the amount of the fine inflicted in this case?
§ Mr. LloydApart from the case last week, this firm has not, I understand, been prosecuted for a breach of the Factory Acts. The penalty imposed was£75. As regards an award to the injured person, my right hon. Friend is making inquiries and is not yet in a position to reach a decision.
§ Mr. ThorneAm I to understand from that answer that this firm, has not been prosecuted before?
§ Mr. ThorneIf the hon. Gentleman will make further inquiries, he will find that what I say is true.