§ 41. Sir W. Wakefieldasked the Minister of Fuel and Power the quantity of anthracite grains which have been exported to Canada during the last six months; and the anticipated exports for the next six months.
§ Mr. ShinwellExports of particular grades of coal to particular destinations are not separately distinguished in the Trade and Navigation Accounts. I understand, however, that about 7,300 tons of anthracite grains have been exported to Canada up to the end of June under a programme arranged with the National Coal Board for the resumption of shipments to Canada of up to 45,000 tons of anthracite peas and/or grains over the season April/October, 1947. Over the remainder of this season shipments of anthracite grains to Canada may be anticipated at about 10/15,000 tons, subject to availability.