HC Deb 03 February 1958 vol 581 c814
60. Mr. Callaghan

asked the Paymaster-General if he will give an assurance that the present plans for increased coal exports will utilise fully the facilities of Cardiff Docks.

Sir I. Horobin

It is not possible to give an assurance about the effect of an increase in exports on particular ports since the choice of port is a matter for commercial decision.

Mr. Callaghan

Can the Minister at least ask the National Coal Board not to discriminate against Cardiff as it has done hitherto in the matter of exports?

Sir I. Horobin

I could not accept the view that the Coal Board has been guilty of any discrimination of that kind. Perhaps the hon. Gentleman would get in touch with the Coal Board—I will give him the address, if necessary.

Mr. Callaghan

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that I did that a long time ago and I should not have troubled him had I got satisfaction from the Board?