HC Deb 16 November 1916 vol 87 cc1002-3W
Major CHAPPLE

asked whether the Canadian Government has sought permission for shipbuilding firms on the Pacific Coast of Canada to accept contracts from Norway for the construction of merchant vessels; and whether, if the British Government is not prepared to make use of facilities for shipbuilding on this coast, there is anything to be gained by putting difficulties in the way of Canada getting this business?

Mr. BONAR LAW

The matter is under discussion with the Canadian Government.