HC Deb 05 November 1946 vol 428 c1198
31. Lieut.-Commander Joynson-Hicks

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power in how many cases the provision of new electricity supply schemes are now being held up through lack of materials; and how many people are consequently being deprived of a supply of electricity.

Mr. Shinwell

This information is not available, and could only be obtained by asking 570 electricity undertakings to submit detailed returns.

Lieut.-Commander Joynson-Hicks

In the interests of good planning, will not the Minister ask for this information?

Mr. Shinwell

I hardly think that I am justified in imposing this burden on the electricity undertakings, but, even if I did obtain the information, I am not sure that it would be of much value.