§ Sir Bernard Braineasked the Secretary of State for Trade whether the liquefied gas tankers"Methane Progress" and"Methane Princess" are still under survey for the issue of certificates of fitness in accordance with the safety requirements of the International Maritime Consultative Organisation; and when such certificates are likely to be issued.
§ Mr. EyreThe survey of the"Methane Princess" has been completed and the certificate of fitness will be issued shortly. The survey of the"Methane Progress" is almost complete and the certificate of fitness will be issued as soon as possible.