§ 77. Mr. Ridleyasked the President of the Board of Trade how much money has been expended by his Department in scientific and industrial research in each complete year since 1920; and in what directions the money has been expended?
§ Dr. BurginAs the hon. Member is no doubt aware, the main expenditure of the State on scientific and industrial research is borne upon the Votes of other Departments, but during the period referred to, the Board of Trade have expended in grants in aid of research by the dye-making industry £11,065 in 1921, £3,500 in each of the years 1922 and 1923, and £2,875 in 1924. In addition, some small expenditure has also been incurred in connection with special matters calling for research referred to the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research, such as the cause of dry rot in life-boats and the use of kapok in connection with lifejackets.