HC Deb 16 February 1948 vol 447 c167W
129. Wing-Commander Hulbert

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power by what percentage he anticipates the cost of electricity to industrial and domestic consumers will be increased after 1st April.

Mr. Gaitskell

Under the Electricity Act, 1947, the responsibility for fixing tariffs was laid on the Area Boards. Until they have taken over and have obtained the necessary information as to how far the existing charges are sufficient to cover costs, it is not possible to give an estimate of this kind.