§ 27. Mr. Hector Hughesasked the Minister of Fuel and Power if he is aware of the shortage of domestic fuel in the City of Aberdeen; and if, in view of the special requirements there during the winter period, he will substantially increase the allocation and supplies of coal to that city.
§ Mr. Geoffrey LloydI would refer the hon. and learned Member to the answer 860 I gave to the hon. Members for Accrington (Mr. H. Hynd) and Bristol, Central (Mr. Awbery) on 12th November.
§ Mr. HughesWill the Minister bear in mind that 527 miles north of London the climate is very much colder than it is in his office?
§ Mr. LloydYes, Sir, but unfortunately there is not enough coal to give anybody any more, even in the north of the Kingdom.