HC Deb 16 December 1948 vol 459 c201W
110. Mr. Astor

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power if he is aware that a notice has been issued by the London Electricity Board giving notification to the effect that at the request of his Department the Board has made variations in the tariff in force to apply for the period commencing after the first meter reading following 14th October. 1948, and ending on the normal meter reading next following 14th January of the ensuing year; and why he has insisted on differential costs.

Mr. Robens

The answer to the first part of the Question is "Yes." As regards the second part, I would refer the hon. Member to the reply my right hon. Friend gave to my hon. Friend the member for Stockton-on-Tees (Mr. Chetwynd) on 30th July and to the speech he made on 3rd November during the Debate on the Address.

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