HC Deb 11 December 1922 vol 159 cc2362-3
46. Mr. SHINWELL

asked the Prime Minister whether, before any definite step is taken by the Government to dispose of its holding in the Anglo-Persian Oil Company, due care will be exercised to ensure that the shale and oil industry in Scotland, and the interests of those who depend for a livelihood thereon, will be protected?

Mr. BALDWIN

No definite step of the kind indicated is at present contemplated. All relevant considerations will no doubt be taken into account, should occasion ever arise.