HC Deb 24 November 1964 vol 702 c160W
74. Mr. Neal

asked the Minister of Power what contract by the Gas Council, to purchase natural gas from Holland, he has authorised.

Mr. Kelley

asked the Minister of Power if he will issue a general direction, in the public interest, to the Gas Board not to enter into long-term contracts for the supply of natural gas from overseas sources until a plan has been drawn up and approved by Parliament to integrate all British resources for the production and distribution of fuel and power.

Mr. Lee

The Gas Council has agreed to consult me before committing itself to any new contracts to import gas. No such contract has yet been put to me.

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