HC Deb 11 March 1948 vol 448 cc1409-10
36. Mr. Lambert

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether he is aware that there is insufficient anthracite in Crediton to meet the ration; and will he take steps to increase supply of anthracite.

Mr. Gaitskell

There is no guaranteed ration of anthracite, but I have taken steps to increase supplies at Crediton, where the demand has recently increased considerably with the result that a temporary shortage has occurred.

Following is the information:

Complete information about the number of accidents to persons employed below ground is not yet available for 1947. The following table gives the information at present available for that year, and also complete information for 1946: