§ 33. Commander Purseyasked the President of the Board of Trade if he is aware of the accident to a rowing boat off Cowden, Bridlington, Yorkshire, on Easter Monday, resulting in the death of three girls; and if he is satisfied that the number in the Coast Lifesaving Corps is adequate to ensure that effective action can be taken to save lives in coastal waters.
§ Mr. DarlingYes. I was very sorry to learn of this distressing incident and I take this opportunity to extend my sympathy to the relatives of the girls. I am satisfied that the Search and Rescue Organisation, which includes the Coast Lifesaving Corps, is adequate to deal with vessels that are in distress around the coasts of this country.