§ 16. Colonel Clarkeasked the Minister of Fuel and Power what action he is taking with regard to the supply of fuel elements for gas fires; and if he is aware that the acute shortage of such elements results in a serious waste of gas in fires with broken or missing elements.
§ Mr. GaitskellYes, Sir, I am aware of the shortage of ceramic elements for gas fires. I am informed that production is increasing satisfactorily, but owing to the shortage during the war it will be some time before we can overtake demand.
§ Colonel ClarkeDoes the Minister realise that there is here a leak in our coal supplies, and will he do his best and seek the assistance of other Departments in his endeavours to increase supplies as soon as possible?
§ Mr. GaitskellI will certainly do my best to increase supplies.