§ Mr. WESTWOODasked the Secretary for Scotland if he is aware that the pre 44W War steerage fare between Oban and the Island of Barra was 5s., and the present fare is 15s.: that the present return fare, cabin, is £2 11s.; and, in view of the subsidy provided for in the Scottish Estimates, for the Hebridean steamer services, what action does he propose taking to bring present fares nearer the pre-War figures?
§ Sir J. GILMOURI am informed that the steerage fare between Oban and Barra in 1914 was 6s., and at present is 14s. 11d.; and that the present return fare, cabin, is as stated in the question. My right hon. Friend the Postmaster-General and I are at present examining generally the question of the Hebridean steamer services, including representations which have been made as to the present charges