HC Deb 12 June 1947 vol 438 c131W
34. Colonel J. R. H. Hutchison

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether he has any plans for the development of the Scottish shale-oil industry.

Mr. Shinwell

I want to see an increase in the output of the Scottish shale oil industry. More men are needed and I trust that with the improved terms and conditions of employment recently introduced by agreement between the two sides, the industry will be able not only to retain but to expand its labour force.

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