§ 54. Mr. Hammersleyasked the Secretary for Mines whether he is aware that over half the petrol storage on the Thames is empty; and, in view of the urgent necessity of conserving shipping in time of war, will be undertake to utilise these valuable storage facilities?
§ Mr. W. S. MorrisonI have been asked to reply. The Government are fully aware of the position in regard to oil storage in the Thames, and all relevant points have been and will be taken into account in dealing with the matter. It would not, however, be in the public interest to disclose the Government's plans in regard to oil storage.