§ 46 and 48. Mr. Snowasked the Minister of Transport and Civil Aviation (1)whether he is aware that the replacement value of boats operating in the London river area amounts to approximately£750,000 per annum; and why, therefore, boat owners on the Thames operating tourist services are only licensed by him on a year to year basis, which makes it impossible to develop sound business, which results in a lowering of service standards;
(2)why he does not allow return tickets to be booked by tourists going by Thames boat services from Westminster Pier to the Tower of London in granting licences for these services; and if he is aware that by being obliged to purchase two single fares they have to pay 1s extra.
§ Mr. NugentPassenger services on the River Thames are not subject to licence and, except for safety requirements, we have no control over their operation.