HC Deb 20 March 1940 vol 358 c2018W
Sir S. Reed

asked the Secretary for Mines what progress has been made with the substitution of alternatives to petroleum products for motor vehicles; and what measures are being taken to expedite the process?

Mr. Lloyd

As regards the first part of the Question, I would refer my hon. Friend to replies on this subject which I gave to the hon. Member for Seaham (Mr. Shinwell) on 29th February and to the hon. Member for Consett (Mr. David Adams) on 14th March. As regards the second part I would refer my hon. Friend to the statement which I made at the end of Question time today.