§ Mr. M'GHEEasked the President of the Beard of Trade whether he can state how many continuous discharge books were issued during the years 1911 and 1912, respectively, to seamen who had not previously received discharge books; and how many renewed books were issued during those years?
Mr. BUXTONThe following Return shows the number of continuous discharge books issued at ports in the United Kingdom during the years 1911 and 1912, distinguishing the number of renewed books from those issued without charge (first issues):—
1911. 1912. First Issues. Renewed Books Issued. First Issues. Renewed Books Issued. 35,167 4,068 37,490 4,304