§ 2. Mr. Wyattasked the Minister of Power whether arrangements have now been made to prevent conversion to oil at the electricity generating stations at Little Brook (B) and Brunswick Wharf.
§ Mr. WoodI cannot yet add anything to the reply given to the hon. Member for Wigan (Mr. Fitch) on 28th March.
§ Mr. WyattIn view of the Minister's answer to the previous Question, where 857 he made it clear for the first time that the Government admitted that they were importing more fuel oil than they were exporting, surely they should get a move on with stopping electricity stations converting to oil—[HON. MEMBERS: "Why?"] Because it is very bad for our balance of payments and for our coal industry to continue to import fuel oil when we can produce coal more cheaply here.
§ Mr. WoodThe hon. Gentleman has asked me to get a move on. I announced to his hon. Friend a fortnight ago that discussions were taking place. I cannot say anything further now, but I will do so as soon as I can.