§ Sir L. Lyleasked the Minister of Fuel and Power when it is expected that British machinery will be available to increase the efficiency of British coalmines; and what firms have now obtained permission, labour and materials, to engage in its manufacture.
Major Lloyd GeorgeBritish machinery is and has been continuously available in sufficient quantity to meet the needs of the British coalmines, and several hundred firms are engaged in its manufacture. I am not aware of any particular difficulties about labour or materials, but if my hon. Friend knows of any special case perhaps he will let me have details.