24. Brigadier Clarkeasked the Minister of Fuel and Power how many tons of coal have been imported so far this financial year; and what were the countries of origin.
§ Mr. Geoffrey LloydDuring the seven months April to October, 1951, inclusive, 435,200 tons of coal were imported from the U.S.A., 10,100 tons from Canada, and 2,400 from Nigeria.
25. Brigadier Clarkeasked the Minister of Fuel and Power what was the average price paid for coal imported from the United States of America during the financial year ended April, 1951.
§ Mr. Geoffrey LloydThe average cost per ton including freight, insurance and unloading charges, was £6 19s. 8d.