§ Sir J. Mellorasked the Secretary for Mines whether he will explain the shortage of coal in Birmingham and adjacent districts?
§ Mr. GrenfellThere has been some difficulty in getting coal supplies in the Birmingham area and for some time there has been a local shortage. With the prospect of increased production and the improved transport facilities, it is hoped that the shortages will soon be made good and that stocks will be laid down during the summer to prepare for next winter's needs.