Steel Trade (Railway Sleepers).

Oral Answers to Questions — Unemployment. – in the House of Commons at on 29 April 1930.

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Photo of Sir Louis Smith Sir Louis Smith , Sheffield, Hallam

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asked the Lord Privy Seal when he anticipates being able to inform the House that a substantial order for steel sleepers is likely to be placed with the. British steel trade?

Mr. THOMAS:

I understand that the railway companies have ordered during the past 12 months approximately 24,000 tons of steel sleepers. Experiments are being made with different types of steel sleepers, and I hope that the experience gained will lead to a further extension of their use.

Photo of Mr Charles Williams Mr Charles Williams , Torquay

How many have the Great Western Company ordered?

Mr. THOMAS:

I could not give all the details now, but I am sure that the House generally will, appreciate that this is a satisfactory start with this innovation.