HC Deb 18 March 1958 vol 584 c127W
105. Mr. Short

asked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation how many ships were laid up on the Tyne on 8th March; what were the reasons; and what steps he proposes to take in this matter.

Mr. Watkinson

Ten. They were laid up for commercial reasons. It is not the Government's policy to interfere in the commercial operation of shipping.

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