§ Mr. WILLIAM THORNEasked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware that on Friday morning, 3rd March, the 8 o'clock train from Upton Park to Hounslow contained at least 800 passengers, whilst there was only seating accommodation for about 300; and if it is the intention of the Government to take any action to prevent this overcrowding?
Mr. BUXTONI have asked for the observations of the London Tilbury and Southend Railway Company upon my hon. Friend's question, and I will communicate with him on receipt of their reply.