§ Mr. McKINLAYasked the President of the Board of Trade whether his attention has been drawn to the growing practice of carrying non-certificated engineers in coast passenger steamers; whether he is aware that such engineers take a watch in full charge or the engine-room; and what steps he proposes to take, if any, to stop this practice?
§ Mr. W. R. SMITHA home trade passenger steamer going to sea from a port in the United Kingdom is required by law to carry a certificated engineer; the other engineers may be uncertificated. I am not aware that the practice of carrying uncertificated engineers on vessels of this class is increasing, and I do not think that there is any need for me to intervene.