HC Deb 18 March 1931 vol 249 c2023
46. Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Secretary for Mines whether any foreign coal has been brought to this country for bunkering or other purposes during the present calendar year; whether he knows of any cargoes on their way here; and, if so, whether he will give particulars?

The SECRETARY for MINES (Mr. Shinwell)

No foreign coal has been imported into this country during the current year, and, so far as I am aware, none is on its way here.