asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he will state the approximate number of persons employed on board ships engaged in cross-Channel shipping.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Employment in Cross-Channel Shipping.
On 30th June, 1957, there were 416 persons employed on Irish registered vessels engaged in regular cross-Channel shipping services. I have no information as to the numbers employed on ships registered elsewhere and engaging in this trade.