§ 29. Mr. Dempseyasked the Minister of Power what progress is being made in providing adequate supplies of non-toxic gas to Scottish consumers; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. FreesonI am informed by the Scottish Gas Board that with the exception of certain smaller plants outside the main grids the average toxic content of gas in the area has been reduced from 24 per cent. in 1960 to approximately 6 per cent. now.
§ Mr. DempseyThat is very good progress, but would my hon. Friend bear in mind that Scotland has many old properties with dilapidated gas piping which frequently results in leaks and fatal accidents? Would he ask the authorities to do their best to complete the job?
§ Mr. FreesonI am aware of the sad accident which I believe gave rise to the Question. We shall convey the representations which have been made today to the board concerned, but I have every confidence it is doing the job well.