HC Deb 19 July 1933 vol 280 cc1799-800
9. Mr. BATEY

asked the Under-Secretary of State for Air whether any oil extracted from coal is being used by his Department for the Air Force?

Sir P. SASSOON

Yes, Sir. As a full-scale experiment, one Home Defence Squadron is flying solely on petrol extracted from British coal.

Mr. BATEY

Can the Minister give the approximate amount of oil that is being used?

Sir P. SASSOON

I am afraid I cannot.

Mr. MORGAN JONES

Is there coordination of the inquiries undertaken by the right hon. Gentleman's Department with those undertaken by the Admiralty and the War Office in regard to this matter?

Sir P. SASSOON

Yes, but of course the situation varies as between the different Services.