HC Deb 31 January 1983 vol 36 c32W
21. Mr. Gwilym Roberts

asked the Secretary of State for Energy what progress has been made in developing alternative uses for coal; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. John Moore

Progress is being made in the development of the British gas slagging gasifier, and the National Coal Board is preparing to start work on its 2.5 tpd coal liquefaction pilot plant programme with Government support.