§ 2. Mr. H. Hyndasked the Paymaster-General why there has been a shortage of domestic coal in Accrington and district in recent weeks and what steps are being taken to avoid a recurrence of this hardship.
§ Sir I. HorobinI am making inquiries and will write to the hon. Member as soon as possible.
§ Mr. H. Hyndasked the Paymaster-General if he will increase the domestic coal allocation next winter for districts such as Accrington where weather conditions are often severe.
§ Sir I. HorobinI am assured that the relative needs of different areas are and will continue to be taken fully into account by the House Coal Scheme in making their allocations.