§ Mr. Sharpasked the Minister of Transport what is the additional cost and weight of the 16 tons steel mineral wagon caused by the provision of top flap door now required by his Department; and why this is now deemed essential.
§ Mr. BarnesThe additional cost is £6 a wagon and the extra weight 1 cwt. The doors are being fitted at the request of the Chamber of Coal Traders in order to reduce strain on men engaged in unloading.