HC Deb 05 December 1960 vol 631 cc118-9W
Mr. J. Wells

asked the Minister of Transport what steps he intends to take to assist the Ship and Boat Builders' National Federation with its recently-announced committee to evolve a code of standards for the boat-building industry, in view of the need for safety at sea and the greatly increased number of small craft.

Mr. Marples

I have read reports in the Press that this committee has been set up, but so far I have not received any request from the Federation for assistance. My Department will be glad to consider any proposals the Committee may make and to help in any way it properly can.