86. Lady Grantasked the Minister of Fuel and Power if he is aware that coal merchants cannot quote prices for securing new contracts as supplies are refused by the collieries except to the present holder of a contract; and if he will consider amending this arrangement which results in the holder being the only offerer.
§ Mr. ShinwellContractual arrangements between collieries and merchants are now matters for negotiation between the National Coal Board and the merchants concerned.