Coal for Power Stations (British Vessels)

HC Deb 16 February 1970 vol 796 c12W

84. Mr. Blenkinsop

asked the Minister of Technology whether he will give a general direction to the Central Electricity Generating Board to charter British vessels whenever practicable for the carrying of coal from British ports to power stations.

Mr. Alan Williams

Arrangements for the transport of its fuel are a matter for the C.E.G.B.