§ Mr. GRACEasked the Home Secretary whether the provisions of the draft regulations which it is proposed to issue affecting the operation of cranes in the building and other industries are yet agreed upon; and if, in view of the dangers to life which continue whilst cranes are operated under present conditions, when it is proposed to issue orders?
§ Mr. CLYNESI regret that on some important points these Regulations have not been agreed. Various objections have been lodged, and unless these objections are withdrawn or the draft Regulations amended to meet them, it will be necessary under the terms of the Statute to hold a public inquiry. Certain negotiations and inquiries have been proceeding which are not yet completed, but I expect to be able to come to a final decision at a very early date. I regard the matter as one of great urgency and am taking all possible steps to expedite it.