HC Deb 27 June 1967 vol 749 c58W
Mr. McGuire

asked the Minister of Power (1) by what amounts, during the present threats to oil supplies, the Central Electricity Generating Board and the South of Scotland Electricity Board are increasing their consumption of coal and reducing their use of fuel oil;

(2) what plans the electricity generating boards have for holding increased stocks of coal while the present threats to oil supplies exist; if he is satisfied with their adequacy; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Freeson

Stocks of coal are adequate and all necessary plans are in hand to deal with any shortage of oil that may arise.

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