§ 18. Mr. Errollasked the Minister of Transport for what reasons he approved the conversion of the L.P.T.B.'s Neasden power station to fuel-oil burning; and by how much will the operating costs be in creased.
§ Mr. BarnesThe conversion of certain boilers at Neasden power station from pulverised fuel to oil fuel is being carried out by the London Passenger Transport Board, and is not a matter for which my approval is necessary. The conversion would reduce the serious dust nuisance to residents in the vicinity. The estimated additional operating cost will be approximately £45,000 per annum on the basis of existing prices for coal and oil fuels.
§ Mr. ErrollCan the Minister say whether this is a temporary or a permanent measure, in view of the very serious increase in operating costs?
§ Mr. BarnesPermanent.