HC Deb 19 November 1940 vol 365 cc1815-6
30. Mr. De la Bère

asked the Secretary for Petroleum, whether, in the national interest, he will take definite steps to safeguard the British oil refiners by placing one or more of their representatives on the Petroleum Board, having regard to the necessity for economy in tanker space?

Mr. Lloyd

The Petroleum Board and the Lubricating Oil Pool already include representatives of concerns engaged in the refining industry in this country.

Mr. De la Bère

Can my hon. Friend give me an assurance that the home industry will not be penalised for the benefit of overseas refiners?

Mr. Lloyd

Certainly, Sir. I shall be glad to have a word with my hon. Friend afterwards.

Mr. De la Bère

That is exactly what I want.

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