§ Sir W. Davisonasked the Secretary for Mines what arrangements have been made by the Government for inspecting and testing the pool petrol now supplied to the public, to secure that it is of adequate quality and refinement?
§ Mr. LloydI am informed by the Petroleum Board that they have laid down comprehensive specifications for petrol supplies purchased by them and 407W that every cargo is fully tested by experienced chemists on arrival, not only by analyses but by engine tests. Similar testing procedure is followed in connection with any blends which may have to be made. In addition, all despatches are subject to examination, and constant care is taken to avoid any risk of contamination in transit. Some 25 laboratories are engaged on petrol testing work.