HC Deb 21 March 1963 vol 674 cc87-8W
64. Mr. Dalyell

asked the Minister of Power what research he is conducting into the high intensity combustion of coal; and how much finance is given to such research.

Mr. Peyton

None, but both the National Coal Board and the Central Electricity Generating Board are conducting research in this field.

Mr. Dalyell

asked the Minister of Power what research is being conducted into soil fertilisers dependent on the oxidation of coal.

Mr. Peyton

Some work is being carried out at Birmingham University with the support of the National Coal Board.

I have no knowledge of any other research in this field being carried out in this country.