§ Mr. Denvilleasked the Secretary for Mines in view of the serious shortage of man-power, what provision his Department is making for the delivery of coal to all households?
§ Mr. GrenfellThe organisation of the House Coal Distribution (Emergency) Scheme is being steadily improved to make the best possible use of the available distribution facilities both as regards manpower and vehicles. I am fully alive to the importance of maintaining a sufficient labour force for this essential service, and arrangements are in operation for the deferment of military service in individual cases where necessary.