HC Deb 12 December 1947 vol 445 c264W
Mr. Skinnard

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what acreage of land suitable for food-growing in Jamaica is being utilised for the provision of wood fuel for sugar factories; and what steps are being taken to encourage the installation of engines serviced by alternative fuels.

Mr. Creech Jones

The information required is not readily available, but detailed inquiries are being made in Jamaica, the result of which I will communicate to my hon. Friend.

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