HC Deb 06 June 1951 vol 488 cc114-5W
61. Mr. Black

asked the Minister of Food whether he has considered the recent statement made by the Chairman of Royal Mail Lines, Limited, of which he has been sent a copy, on the subject of the heavy losses suffered by ship owners during the cessation of the South American meat trade; and whether the Government proposes to pay compensation.

Mr. Webb

As the shipowners were informed on 2nd January, my Department cannot assume liability for their losses. The claim is one of several related matters which the owners are about to discuss with my officials.