HC Deb 21 November 1955 vol 546 c75W
73. Mr. G. Thomas

asked the Minister of Fuel and Power what emergency plans he has for assisting old-age pensioners to obtain an adequate supply of coal during the forthcoming winter.

Mr. Joynson-Hicks

Local fuel overseers have been instructed to pay particular attention to the needs of old people; to issue licences for the purchase of additional coal wherever warranted, and to arrange for coal to be delivered promptly to those in urgent need.

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