HC Deb 18 February 1948 vol 447 c240W
Mrs. Ganley

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power whether he is aware of the low quality of coal at present coming into London; and whether he can give an assurance that some supplies of better quality will be made available at an early date.

Mr. Gaitskell

Following recent investigations by the National Coal Board supplies of certain types of coal coming into London were found to be below standard and were withdrawn from the house coal market. As regards the second part of the Question, I would refer to the statement made by the Chairman of the National Coal Board on 22nd December, of which I am sending a copy to my hon. Friend.