HC Deb 19 June 1913 vol 54 c538W
Mr. SNOWDEN

asked the Secretary of 'State for the Home Department how many prosecutions have been instituted under the Factory and Workshop Act, and how many fines imposed for contraventions of the special rules made in respect of industries where lead is used?

Mr. McKENNA

During the twelve years, 1901 to 1912, inclusive, proceedings. were taken in 168 cases, convictions were, obtained in 159 cases, and the fines imposed amounted to £273.