§ Mr. Eadieasked the Minister of Power if he will introduce legislation to ensure public ownership of the retail distribution of coal, in the light of the report of the National Board for Prices and Incomes on the National Coal Board's application for increased prices.
§ Dr. BrayThe National Coal Board is already extending its interest in retail distribution and no legislation is needed for this. The National Board for Prices and Incomes is at present investigating coal distribution costs.