HC Deb 19 June 1968 vol 766 c143W
58. Mr. Prior

asked the President of the Board of Trade, what information he has about the causes of oil pollution off east coast beaches during the Whitsun recess; and what efforts are being made to track down any ships which inadvertently discharged fuel.

Mr. J. P. W. Mallalieu

As the hon. Member knows, a sample test has indicated that the oil was fuel oil. Despite inquiries, I have no information as to how the pollution occurred nor have I any reports which would connect it with a particular ship.