§ 50. Mr. Palmerasked the Minister of Fuel and Power what estimate he has made of the extra demand on coal supplies likely to be brought about by the restriction of oil imports.
§ Mr. Aubrey JonesAbout two million tons this winter.
§ Mr. Doddsasked the Minister of Fuel and Power by how much he estimates imports of coal will need to be stepped up in view of reduced oil imports; from what source he anticipates the coal can be obtained; what additional supplies will be forthcoming from sterling areas; and what impact the shortage of shipping will have on the situation.
§ Mr. Aubrey JonesThe import arrangements already made and the coal in stock should suffice to see us through this winter despite restrictions in oil supplies. It is too early for me to comment on the possible source and cost of transport of the coal we shall need to import in preparation for the winter of 1957–58.