HC Deb 14 December 1916 vol 88 c909W
Mr. FIELD

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether he is aware that a considerable number of steam colliers leave Dublin empty; and whether he will consider if this tonnage can be utilised for cross-channel transit?

Mr. ROBERTS

I have no information as to colliers leaving Dublin empty, but inquiries are being made with a view to seeing whether any action can usefully be taken by the Board of Trade.