§ Mr. Wingfield Digbyasked the President of the Board of Trade what officials of his Department witnessed the trial transfer of large quantities of oil, from the 207,000-ton "Macoma" to the 70,000-ton "Drupa" on 29th May, off Lyme Regis; whether he is satisfied that no pollution of the sea took place; and if he will make a statement.
Mr. MallalieuTwo experienced professional officers of the Board of Trade attended this operation, which did not start until yesterday afternoon. My information is that the results have been satisfactory.