HC Deb 05 November 1946 vol 428 c1193
18. Sir W. Smithers

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power if he will give an estimate of the tonnage of coal lost through the recent strike of omnibus workers in Wales.

Mr. Shinwell

The estimated loss of coal through the recent dispute affecting bus services in Wales was 34,000 tons.

Sir W. Smithers

Will the Minister publicly denounce this selfish and unwarranted action by the bus drivers—

Mr. Speaker

The Question asked was what was the tonnage, and the answer was given.