File 815/1917 Pt 8 'Persian Gulf:- Lighting & Buoying. Reorganisation of the Persian Gulf Light Service.'
Date:
1922/1926
Description:
Abstract: This part contains interdepartmental correspondence relating to the reorganisation of the Persian Gulf Light Service.Matters discussed include the following: the possibility of dues being collected from ships using the Gulf, as an alternative means of financing the present service or a reduced service, in the event of the current arrangement of moieties (paid by the Government of India and the Foreign Office respectively) being discontinued; proposed increases in rates of pay for personnel working at the Gulf's lighthouses and lightships; the proposed appointment of a full-time Royal Indian Marine clerk for lighthouse work.Notable correspondents include the following: the Viceroy of India; the Director of the Royal Indian Marine; officials of the India Office, the Foreign Office, the Government of India's Department of Commerce, and the Government of India's Marine Department.Physical description: 1 item (20 folios)