CO129-541-5 Harbour Light dues- proposed amendments 11-8-1932 - 22-5-1933 — Page 21

of frequency of voyage, as will be seen from the enclosed

extract from the Second Schedule to the Act of 1898, but

it is not known to what extent, if any, similar

abatements are allowed by the Harbour Authorities from

the dues out of which general harbour facilities are

provided. On the latter point the Ministry of Transport

might be consulted if the Secretary of State considers

it desirable.

The Board hope that the representations made by

Messrs. Swire will be given the fullest consideration,

especially as they have the support of the Hong Kong

General Chamber of Commerce. At the present time of

acute depression in the shipping industry, every effort

should be made to reduce the rates and charges on vessels

using ports, and the general lowering of running costs is

of the utmost importance in assisting in the revival of

the industry.

I have the honour to be,

Sir,

Your obedient Servant,

C.H.

rimshaw