HC Deb 25 February 1941 vol 369 c364
55. Mr. Thorne

asked the Minister of Transport whether he can give any information in connection with the investigation into traffic on British canals and inland waterways and what salary will be paid to Mr. Frank Pick, the investigator?

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Transport (Mr. Montague)

The investigation into the carriage of traffic on canals and inland waterways has already commenced and is being proceeded with as a matter of urgency. Mr Frank Pick is receiving salary at the rate of £2,000 per annum.