§ Captain BAGLEYasked the President of the Board of Trade what is the average rise per cent. in the prices of commodities in the principal allied countries since the beginning of the War?
§ Mr. BRIDGEMANThe following statement shows the rise since 1913 in the average level of wholesale prices in the countries specified, as measured by index numbers compiled in the countries concerned. In the middle of 1914 the average level of prices differed little from that of the previous year.
shall embody adequate provision for all possible future developments of the districts it will serve, and that the structure itself shall be dignified and of noble proportions, having regard to its proximity to the Houses of Parliament?
§ Sir A. MONDThe answer to the first part of the question is in the negative. My Department would only be concerned if the construction of the new bridge affected the amenities of the Houses of 285W Parliament or entailed encroachment on the adjoining land forming part of the Victoria Tower Gardens. If, and when, the proposal to reconstruct the bridge matures, steps will, of course, be taker to protect the Crown interests under my charge.