§ 12. Colonel Ropnerasked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether, in view of the large stocks of coke which have accumulated in this country, he intends to increase the domestic ration of this fuel.
§ 23. Mr. Draysonasked the Minister of Fuel and Power when he proposes to take coke off the ration.
§ The Minister of Fuel and Power (Mr. Gaitskell)Although the supply of coke has increased, it is not yet sufficient to enable all restrictions on its consumption to be lifted. I propose, however, to increase the maximum permitted quantity of boiler fuel which can be obtained without licence in the year beginning 1st May next from two tons to three tons. Not more than two out of the three tons will be obtainable without licence in the form of anthracite, dry steam coal and manufactured fuels, since these are still very scarce.
Vice-Admiral TaylorWill the Minister take further steps to ensure that better quality coke is provided?
§ Mr. GaitskellI am not aware that there has been any particular complaint about the quality of coke.