§ 41. Mr. Keelingasked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether he will give an assurance that in all new coal-burning power stations the most modern methods will be used to prevent pollution of the air by smoke, grit and sulphur oxides from the chimneys and by dust from the coal unloaded.
§ The Minister of Fuel and Power (Mr. Gaitskell)Yes, Sir, whenever this is necessary.
§ Mr. KeelingDoes that mean that what are known as the Battersea or Fulham conditions imposed by previous Governments will be imposed in all urban areas from the outset?
§ Mr. GaitskellI do not think that we should tie ourselves down to the introduction of gas washing plant in all circumstances at all power stations. It is a very costly business. Generally speaking, the answer to the supplementary question is "Yes."