HC Deb 04 March 1964 vol 690 c231W
Mr. R. Harris

asked the Minister of Transport if he will make available in the Library of the House of Commons a report of the coroner's inquest held at Gibraltar on those persons who died in the "Lakonia" disaster.

Mr. Marples

Yes, as soon as I receive a copy of the coroner's report myself.

Mr. R. Harris

asked the Minister of Transport, what type of life jackets was provided in the S.S. "Lakonia"; and whether these life jackets complied with his standards.

Mr. Marples

The "Lakonia" had a certificate, issued by the Greek Government under the 1948 Safety Convention (to which both Greece and this country are parties), stating that she carried life jackets in accordance with its requirements. A variety of types comply with these requirements.