Mr. Gandar Dowerasked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether he is aware of the shortage of anthracite in the North of Scotland caused through the stoppage of supplies from Wales; and whether, in view of the difficult fuel situation in the district of Helmsdale, with no gas or elec- 238W tricity, he will cause delivery of Welsh anthracite to be resumed.
§ Mr. Shinwell:Welsh anthracite has not to my knowledge been sent to the North of Scotland for some years. I am unaware of any particular shortage of suitable alternative coals in that area but if the hon. Member has knowledge of any specific case of shortage I will look into it if he will let me have details.