§ 140. Sir W. Wakefieldasked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Works, as representing the Lord President of the Council, whether he is aware that unless some effective support is given by the Government, the arrangements for the publication of British Abstracts will be obliged to terminate at the end of December; and, in view of the importance of these abstracts to British and other scientists, what action it is intended to take in the matter.
§ Mr. MolsonMy noble Friend has been informed of the difficulties that have arisen in the publication of British Abstracts. When the question was referred to his predecessor he asked for the advice of the Royal Society. Certain recommendations have recently been received from them, designed to ensure the continued publication of these abstracts. These recommendations are at present being examined as a matter of urgency in consultation with the chemical industry.