asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce whether, in view of the large sums of public money spent in providing improved facilities in our harbours on the western coast, he will consider making representations to the United Kingdom Chamber of Shipping, London, for a revision of their freight charges which are now 300 per cent. over pre-war.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Revision of Freight Charges.
There would appear to be a prima facie case for a reduction in freight charges to harbours where improved facilities for shipping have been provided. I would suggest that this is a matter which should properly be taken up with the chamber of shipping by the harbour authorities and the commercial interests immediately concerned. I can assure the Deputy that I will take what steps I can to assist these interests in obtain ing a favourable outcome to their representations.