§ Mr. Liddallasked the Minister of Fuel and Power what effect the present ash content of coal delivered to electric power stations has on transport; if he is aware that the present average ash content of coal is double that of pre-war; where the best quality coal is now being raised; and to whom it is being distributed.
Major Lloyd GeorgeThe ash content of coal delivered to electric power stations generally has increased somewhat during the war, though nothing like to the extent suggested by my bon. Friend. I am satisfied that, within the limits imposed by geographical and transport conditions, the available coal for all purposes is distributed to the best advantage for the country; and I should not feel justified in instituting special and detailed inquiries to obtain the information for which my hon. Friend asks.