§ Mr. Moateasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what directions he has given to electricity boards to conserve electricity by reducing the amount of street lighting and ensuring that street lighting is operative only during the hours of darkness.
§ Mr. EmeryMy right hon. and learned Friend the Secretary of State for the Environment has sent a circular to all lighting authorities asking them to seek a 10 per cent. saving in electricity consumption for street lighting. The possibility of further savings is under consideration.