§ 76. Mr. ERRINGTONasked the Minister for the Co-ordination of Defence what steps are being taken to ensure alternative supplies of electricity in the event of the destruction of supply lines and power stations by hostile action?
§ The MINISTER for the CO-ORDINATION of DEFENCE (Sir Thomas Inskip)The existing system, which is every day being perfected, provides an alternative supply in any given area which should be available in the event of the destruction of a supply line or power station by hostile action. The maintenance of a supply under air raid conditions is certainly a matter which requires and is receiving careful attention at the present time.
§ Mr. MACQUISTENWill the right hon. Gentleman see that there is an ample supply of candles?