§ 89. Mr. D. J. Williamsasked the Minister of Fuel and Power what representations he has received about importing coal from South Africa; and what are the possibilities of obtaining supplies from that source.
§ Mr. ShinwellRepresentations in regard to the question of importing South African104W coal have been received from various interests. I would remind my hon. Friend that exports of coal from South Africa are strictly controlled by the Union Government and that a considerable tonnage of South African coal is made available to the London Coal Committee for allocation to important bunker depots and other overseas consumers, thus affording valuable and direct relief to this country. The question whether further assistance can be provided is being considered.