§ 20. Mr. Moyleasked the Minister of Power whether he intends to accept the proposal contained in the National Board for Prices and Incomes Report No. 102 on Gas Prices that the gas industry should be relieved of the legal restraint regarding undue preference in its pricing policy.
§ Mr. MoyleWhen is my right hon. Friend likely to reach a decision? Further, does he agree that the concept is so vague as to give little protection to the public while providing a psychological and marginal handicap to the gas industry in its competitive position?
§ Mr. MasonI am aware of the restraints which it places upon the Gas Council, from which the Council has already sought relief, as well as of the recommendation of the Prices and Incomes Board. It depends on the progress made in the preparation of the gas reorganisation Bill, which might prove a suitable opportunity.