§ 43. Mr. Eadieasked 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. FreesonNew 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.