HC Deb 19 July 1977 vol 935 cc527-8W
Mr. Henderson

asked the Secretary of State for Energy what representations he has had over the availability of high quality and Shilbottle coals for domestic use.

Mr. Eadie

My right hon. Friend has received no representations about the availability of high quality and Shilbottle coals for domestic use.

Mr. Henderson

asked the Secretary of State for Energy if he is satisfied that adequate supplies of high quality and Shilbottle coals for domestic use will be available for the coming winter.

Mr. Eadie

This is a matter for the National Coal Board, and I understand that Sir Derek Ezra wrote to the hon. Member on the subject last month.