§ Mr. Biggs-Davisonasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what general directions he has issued to ensure closer consultation and co-operation between the fuel and power industries with a view to preventing future shortages of smokeless fuel; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. RidleyNone. We are, however, in close touch with the industries responsible for the production of solid smokeless fuels and with the trade; and, as my hon. Friend will be aware, the Government have temporarily removed the restrictions on imports, which should help to alleviate shortages.