§ 13. Mr. PRINGLEasked the President of the Board of Trade whether any application has been received from the Scottish coalowners for an increase in the standard amount allowed by the Price of Coal (Limitation) Act, 1915; whether, before dealing with such application, he will take steps to check the evasions of the Act of which complaint has been made to the Board of Trade; and whether, before coming to a decision, he will consult representatives of the consumers and, in particular, of the municipalities whose assistance the Board of Trade has solicited in regard to the distribution of coal to small consumers?
§ Mr. PRETYMANNo application has been received for an increase of the standard amount as respects collieriss in Scotland.
§ Mr. PRINGLEWill matters affecting Scotland be dealt with by the Board of Trade?
§ Mr. PRETYMANAll matters pertinent to any undertaking will be dealt with.