HC Deb 05 November 1968 vol 772 c43W
43. Mr. Eadie

asked the Minister of Power what changes have been made in the future coal requirements of the gas industry in the United Kingdom; and what its anticipated requirements will be for 1969.

Mr. Freeson

New gas-making processes and the discovery of North Sea have reduced coal use by the gas industry in recent years. Consumption in 1969 may be from 5 to 6 million tons.