HC Deb 19 March 1969 vol 780 c88W
47. Mr. Carter-Jones

asked the President of the Board of Trade what action he intends taking to prevent the water content in solid fuels from adding unreasonably to the cost of such fuels; if he will take proceedings against dealers who either by design or neglect allow a high water content to be present in their deliveries; and if he will make a statement.

Mrs. Gwyneth Dunwoody

The practicability of controlling the moisture content of smokeless fuels is being examined by my right hon. Friend the Minister of Power; if it appears that the use of Board of Trade powers might assist, we shall consider it. Proceedings under the existing law are a matter for local weights and measures authorities.

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