HC Deb 26 July 1933 vol 280 cc2587-8
57. Mr. WALLACE

asked the Secretary for Mines whether he can say to what extent the Scottish coalfields are likely to benefit by the preference on motor spirit made from coal, which was recently announced by the Government; and whether the claims of Rosyth, now deprived of the normal use of the dockyard, will receive special consideration in this connection?

The SECRETARY for MINES-(Mr. Ernest Brown)

It is not possible to estimate the extent to which any particular coalfield will benefit. The possibility of using Rosyth is a matter for the commercial interests which may contemplate developments to enable them to take advantage of the Government guarantee.

Mr. WALLACE

Would my hon. Friend impress on those interested in this matter the unique facilities which exist at Rosyth for commercial development?

Mr. BROWN

They will be aware of that, but no doubt the hon. Member's question and the answer will help to remind them of it.

Mr. MACQUISTEN

Is not Campbell-town much nearer to the business centres?