§ Mr. McGuireasked the Minister of Health if he will instruct hospital boards that, in order to minimise the use of imported fuels and reduce the strain on the balance of payments, solid fuel should be used for heating all new buildings under their control.
§ Mr. K. RobinsonSolid fuel accounts for about 70 per cent. of hospital consumption. Technical and hospital service considerations may sometimes necessitate the use of other fuels. A statement on the use of fuel in public buildings will shortly be made on behalf of the Government.