HC Deb 24 May 1971 vol 818 cc11-2W
59. Dame Irene Ward

asked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry whether, in view of the evidence submitted to his Department, he will take steps to reduce the service fees for Board of Trade life jackets, which have been increased by 950 per cent., in view of the damage done to the export trade orders.

Mr. Noble

The increase is part of a general increase in marine survey fees to ensure full recovery of costs in accord- ance with Government policy. I am ready to consider any evidence submitted to the Department.